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This ambitious new service from American will push the performance limits of the aircraft, as well as testing the endurance of its passengers.

The Land Down Under is getting a little closer to Dallas. American Airlines has just announced a new route from its Texas hub, and it’s a biggie. 

The 7,200+ mile service from Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) to Brisbane, Australia will be the longest nonstop flight in the entire American network.

If the thought of 17 hours in economy is too much, then the airline has some more upscale options to consider. The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner rostered on the Brisbane route will have 51 Flag