JetBlue will introduce domestic first-class seats in 2026. The seats will be on JetBlue planes that aren't already configured with lie-flat Mint seats.
As with domestic first-class seats across the airline industry, JetBlue's first class will be in a 2-2 configuration. The carrier's Airbus A321 and A320 planes will have three rows of first-class seats, while its smaller Airbus A220 planes will have two rows.
The airline has yet to provide specifics on the seats, including width, seat recline and legroom. JetBlue says they'll be designed to offer an elevated experience at an affordable fare.
"We want it to be accessible for people who want to fly domestic first and maybe can't afford to do it on the legacy carriers," CEO Joanna Geraghty told the Wall Street Journal.
JetBlue currently offers U.S. industry-leading legroom in economy, with no less than 32 inches between rows. Reconfiguring aircraft to accommodate first class will require a removal of seats or decreasing space between rows.
The announcement is JetBlue's latest toward increasing its appeal to premium travelers. The airline previously revealed plans to open its first airport lounges next year and increase merchandising of its extra-legroom economy seats.