According to the Associated Press, airlines are currently rushing to add new regional jets with first class seats and roomier cabins. Northwest Airlines Corp. is adding 72 new 76-seat jets through next year, Delta Air Lines Inc. plans to fly 77 dual-class regional jets by the end of 2008, and United regional partners now fly about 115 70-seat jets with coach, first-class and an Economy Plus seat with extra legroom.
