Why does American Airlines upgrade pilots to first class before paying passengers?

The move has created some controversy online.

Rude? Why Alaska Airlines bumped a first class passenger to economy on a nearly 8-hour flight

Alaska Airline’s reason behind a passenger’s 8-hour demotion to economy.
Condé Nast Traveler

Is Emirates Premium Economy Worth the Upgrade?

Sophie Prideaux, digital editor of Condé Nast Traveller Middle East, compares her experience flying in Emirates's premium economy cabin to business class.
Yahoo

I paid $500 to fly first class with Delta for the first time. It was great, but not worth the upgrade for a 3-hour trip.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Business Insider's reporter spent three hours in Delta's first class cabin while flying from NYC to West Palm Beach, Florida.Joey ...
Life&Style Weekly on MSN

Skip the Upgrade Fee: How to Create Your Own First-Class Flight Experience for the Price of Economy

The creation of this article included the use of AI and was edited by human content creators. Read more on our AI policy here. Let’s be honest, we’re all hoping for a comfortable flight. Whether ...

Flying First Class In Air India’s A350 Business-Class Suite

Inside Air India’s A350 Business Class: private suites, refined dining, luxury amenities, and a surprising return to world-class travel ...
The Points Guy

True aloha: What it's like flying Hawaiian Airlines' longest domestic flight in first class

Hawaiian Airlines flies nonstop from New York to Honolulu. It's one of the longest domestic flights in the U.S. and a fun way ...
AOL

I paid $500 to fly first class with Delta for the first time. It was great, but not worth the upgrade for a 3-hour trip.

I flew first class with Delta for the first time from NYC to West Palm Beach, Florida. My $500 ticket included Sky Priority service, two checked bags, breakfast, and a stellar seat. I felt like a VIP ...