JetBlue to Introduce First Class on Domestic Flights in 2026

JetBlue is set to add first class to its domestic routes starting in 2026.

The rollout of “Mini Mint” or “Junior Mint” will offer a recliner-style premium cabin bridging the gap between coach, extra legroom seating and Mint business class offered on select premium routes according to an article in the New York Post, with the rollout expected to be installed on Airbus A220s, A320s and A321s.

The new premium cabin will be introduced on all planes that do not currently have Mint business class offerings. The Collins Aerospace MiQ seat, the same one used in American’s domestic first class has been selected by JetBlue for first class seating.

New York Post reported that Aviation watchdog JonNYC said that certification for domestic first seats is underway, the prototype slated to be installed on the first aircraft in June 2026 followed by installations for A320s beginning in August 2026, with approximately 20 aircraft completed per month.

Once the planes have been modified for first class, the seat count on JetBlue’s fleet will be altered as the airline’s plan is reportedly to start working on older planes before moving toward newer aircraft.

More information is forthcoming regarding other premium cabin offerings.

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