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FORT WORTH, Texas — Following the successful debut of Pecan
Lodge’s barbecue platter and smoked brisket sandwich, American Airlines is
expanding its partnership with the award-winning Texas barbecue restaurant. The
popular First Class meal option will be available on all eligible domestic
flights departing from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) beginning
Sept. 9.
"Customer feedback on the Pecan Lodge menu offering has been overwhelmingly
positive, and we’re excited to expand this offering across flights from our
hometown hub," said American's SVP of Customer Experience Design and Strategy
Rhonda Crawford. "Pecan Lodge's bold Texas flavors translate exceptionally well
at altitude, making it a great choice for customers looking to enjoy a
memorable dining experience in the air.”
Customers can select Pecan Lodge's smoked brisket sandwich for lunch or the
barbecue platter for dinner when available for preorder on eligible flights
departing from DFW.
But bringing an iconic Texas barbecue experience on board takes more than
simply adding a menu item. It starts at Pecan Lodge's restaurant in Dallas,
where meats are seasoned and slow-smoked using the same techniques that have
earned the restaurant national acclaim. The barbecue is then carefully packaged
to preserve its flavor and quality, while American's catering partners prepare
each preordered entree for service in the air, ensuring customers can enjoy an
authentic taste of Texas at 35,000 feet.
"Every recipe we serve has a story behind it, and a lot of care goes into
getting it right," said Justin Fourton, pit master and co-owner of Pecan Lodge.
"Barbecue is deeply personal to us, so scaling these dishes for an airline
without compromising the quality and flavors our guests expect was incredibly
important. Working alongside American has made it possible to share a true
taste of Texas with travelers from around the country, and that's something
we're really proud of."
The expanded offering builds on American's commitment to showcasing beloved
regional brands and elevating the onboard dining experience. Pecan Lodge,
nationally recognized for its Central Texas-style barbecue, has earned acclaim
from The New York Times, Food Network, Travel + Leisure and more.
Beyond menu enhancements, American continues to invest in the entire
inflight dining experience, offering the most elevated champagne selection
among U.S. carriers, new California wines in premium cabins, premium Lavazza
coffee on all mainline flights and an expanded selection of snacks available
for purchase in Main Cabin.
See more ways American is elevating the inflight experience
About American Airlines Group (NASDAQ: AAL)
American Airlines is a premium global airline connecting more of the U.S. to
the world. With roots tracing back to an air mail carrier in the Midwestern
United States in 1926, American now operates more than 6,000 daily flights to
more than 350 destinations in more than 60 countries and serves more than 200
million customers annually. Powered by a proud and talented team of 130,000
aviation professionals, American’s team lives out the airline’s purpose of
caring for people on life’s journey every day.
The world’s largest airline proudly celebrates its centennial year in 2026,
reaching a milestone that reflects a century of innovation and the Forever
ForwardSM spirit that changed the industry and the world. American
introduced the first scheduled air cargo service, the first airport lounge and
the first airline loyalty program and continues to reinvent the customer
experience today. The airline is also a founding member of the
oneworld alliance, whose members serve more than 900
destinations around the globe.
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