American Airlines
is poised to make aviation history as it launches its longest-ever nonstop flight, connecting Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
(DFW) to Brisbane Airport
(BNE) in Australia. The inaugural service has captured the attention of aviation enthusiasts worldwide, with Flightradar24 predicting record-breaking tracking numbers.

American Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner N834AA

Photo: Vincenzo Pace | Simple Flying.

Witness the historic arrival

The Boeing 787-9
service, designated as Flight AA7, will mark a significant milestone in American Airlines’ route network, spanning an impressive 7,216 nautical miles (13,364 km). Scheduled to take off from DFW at approximately 22:00 local time on October 26, Flight AA7 is anticipated to land in Brisbane at about 6:30 on October 28. The flight, averaging around 15 hours, will be tracked extensively on Flightradar24, with experts predicting it will be one of the most monitored flights globally.

Ian Petchenik, Director of Communications at Flightradar24, emphasized the global interest in this inaugural flight, saying: “People from around the world are especially keen to watch the live stream of the landing.” Additionally, 20 lucky competition winners will be present at Brisbane Airport to witness the historic arrival in person.

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Brisbane to stream the landing

Brisbane Airport will also provide a live stream of the landing, starting at 4:45 local time, promising an exciting experience for viewers.

The airport’s commitment to engaging the aviation community extends to its comprehensive coverage plans for the inaugural arrival. Multiple cameras will be positioned along the runway and taxiways, offering viewers unprecedented access to the historic landing. The promised technical innovation for the live stream suggests a new benchmark in airport arrival coverage.

American Airlines 787 landing

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Economic impact and cultural connections

The introduction of this new service is not just an aviation milestone but also an economic boon. Australia’s Minister for Transport and Tourism, Hon. Michael Healy, expressed gratitude to American Airlines for fostering connections between “two cowboy cultures.”

Cameron Dick, Queensland’s Deputy Premier and Minister for Trade and Investment, further underscored the significance of the route, calling the deal “bigger than Texas.” He noted that the flight will not only shorten travel times but also offer 18 tonnes of cargo capacity for various Australian industries, including agriculture and technology.

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The new route represents another milestone in Brisbane Airport’s expanding international network for 2024. Peter Doherty, the airport’s media and communications manager, noted the facility’s growing popularity among aviation enthusiasts, highlighting its diverse traffic ranging from A380s to Royal Flying Doctor Service aircraft and Alliance Airlines’ Fokker fleet.

According to American Airlines, travelers will be able to enhance their premium experience on American’s newly designed Boeing 787-9 aircraft, which features a total capacity of 244 passengers. The design includes 51 Flagship Suite seats, 32 premium economy seats, 18 economy seats with extra legroom, and the remaining 143 seats in standard economy.

An American Airlines Boeing 787-9 on an airport apron.

Photo: Markus Mainka | Shutterstock

New flights launched

The news was announced in February. American said that passengers can enjoy one-stop connections to over 200 locations in the United States and almost 70 in Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific this winter, owing to a collaboration with Australian flag airline Qantas.

American and Qantas will connect five North American cities, Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), New York (JFK), Vancouver (YVR), and Dallas, with four Australian destinations: Sydney (SYD), Melbourne (MEL), Auckland (AKL), and Brisbane.

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