American Airlines brings grab-and-go lounge to New York's JFK

American Airlines plans to open a new grab-and-go lounge at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport by the end of this year. The 3,700-square-foot space would be the airline’s first new facility at JFK in more than four years, as it works to narrow a profit gap with Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. The lounge is designed for quick visits and is expected to include a barista bar offering hot and iced coffee, plus hot and cold food items travelers can pick up. Airlines have expanded these short-stay areas in recent years to give eligible customers access without crowding larger airport clubs. The article notes that United opened its first similar lounge in late 2022, at Denver International Airport.