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2013-05-14

Behind The Red Rope: American Flagship Check-In at JFK

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Written by: Jason Rabinowitz
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Back-lit glass wall is quite inviting

Nestled way off to the far right of the ticketing hall at JFK T8 sits a new and exclusive feature that most passengers will never see. A space that once housed signs for partner airlines and wheelchairs is now home to a new Flagship Check-In, catering to the rich, famous, and those flying select First Class routes.

Flagship Check-In is one of the first places in T8 to show signs of the airlines re-branding, and that effort shines through. The entire look, feel, and atmosphere of the Flagship Check-In area feels refreshing, just like American’s new livery. Clean lines throughout the design, a back-lit glass wall, and comfortable seating await important passengers. Various inspirational quotes adorn the walls as televisions flash images of wine and fine dining, all to help the passenger unwind.

A seating area, complete with power outlets, lets large groups recharge while the check-in process occurs. Even the check-in kiosk, for passengers who opt out of the  personalized service, is covered in wood grain finishing. Once the check-in process is completed, passengers are ushered into the TSA Pre✓ line for expedited screening.

Flagship Check-In is available to passengers traveling First Class on a transcontinental flights, First Class on any international flight (including select oneworld partner airlines), a ConciergeKey member, and Five Star Service customers.

 

Sit, recharge, and let someone check-in for you!

Sit, recharge, and let someone check-in for you!

This rope doesn't open for just anyone

This rope doesn’t open for just anyone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flagship Inspiration

Flagship Inspiration

"The Flagship Experience. From here to everywhere."

“The Flagship Experience. From here to everywhere.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Get a look at the amenities that await you

Get a look at the amenities that await you

Back-lit glass wall is quite inviting

Back-lit glass wall is quite inviting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

American Flagship Check-In

American Flagship Check-In



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  • Joann McCraw

    This place is amazing!!! I wonder how can someone be qualified to pass through that red rope. I see that they offer great ammenities which is wonderful so that customers can relax and recharge. -http://www.imaging-sciences.com/

  • MZ

    All this from a bankrupt airline that is desperately trying to screw its employees out of their pensions and retirement benefits. Maybe the court can force the CEO to pay for this abomination out of his golden parachute?