American Airlines Just Made It Harder for Elite Flyers to Get Free Business-Class Upgrades

Starting August 25, AAdvantage members flying economy are losing a valuable perk on popular Hawaii and coast-to-coast routes: a chance to score a complimentary lie-flat seat.

BY KEVIN HAYNES, NEWS WRITER

American Airlines is downgrading its upgrade program for its most loyal customers on three cross-country and six Hawaii routes.

Starting August 25,........

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