A new standard of travel on Air France
In the spring, Air France introduced its new long-haul business seat, which will appear on Boeing 777-300s in a few weeks. For a higher level of comfort, the company has revised its iconic curved seat to offer a new option. This includes the concept of 3 “Fs”. Full apartmentit comes in a real flat bed almost 2 meters; Full accesseach has direct access to the hallway and Complete privacyfor optimal privacy.
The real news? The sliding door now allows you to fully own your own space, thus preserving the rest of the cabin. Inside the seat, made by French aviation giant Safran; wool, brushed aluminum, full leather… Air France has given preference to honest, soft and natural materials for its production. Good news, technology has moved on and the wheelchair will have a large 4K high-definition anti-glare display (17.3 inches), complete with noise-canceling headphones, a new Bluetooth connection that lets you use your own headphones, and plenty of USB C and USB A. outlets.A detail already found on the A220, each seat is embroidered with the brand’s emblematic red accent.
First class completion, seat for all business on American Airlines
The latest announcement came this Thursday, October 20, from American Airlines, which announced the end of its first class cabins to replace them with more business class seats. The company’s commercial director Vasu Raja said that this change is in response to customer demands. First class will no longer exist on American Airlines for the simple reason that our customers don’t buy it “. The company will introduce its new business class cabin, called the Flagship Suite, on its new Airbus A321XLRs and Boeing 787-9s, which will enter service in 2024.
Suites in the Business Class cabin will offer passengers seats that convert to a fully flat bed, a small partition (for privacy and now considered the most modern in Business Class cabins), an armchair and large storage space as well. larger screens and wider hoods for greater privacy. In addition, American Airlines will upgrade its existing Boeing 777-300ER fleet to include the Flagship Suite cabin starting in late 2024.
Couture collaboration between Etihad Airways and Armani/Casa
Launched in December 2022, the unique collaboration between the UAE company and the Italian design house is set to be a unique vision of Etihad’s premium offering, developed exclusively with Giorgio Armani. Named The Constellation Collection, the collaboration is inspired by the stars and offers an unparalleled premium travel experience, setting a new high bar for the aviation industry. Pillowcases, bed sets, dishes, glassware and cutlery. Armani Casa has developed all the necessary elements for the comfort of business class passengers.
In the cabin, Etihad has chosen colors that reflect the surroundings of Abu Dhabi. The dark green is inspired by the palm trees of the region, the aquamarine representing the beauty of the mangroves and the cobblestone symbolizing the modern and iconic skyline of the Emirates capital. The collection is designed in line with the airline’s commitment to sustainability. Passengers on longer flights will also benefit from an innovative new memory foam mattress that provides added comfort to the fully flat bed. What to spend the night among the stars?
Suite is a Lufthansa concept…
The German company is introducing a new premium product on long-haul routes, developed exclusively for the Lufthansa Group under the name Allegris, including six additional seat options for a higher level of comfort in business.
Business class customers will be able to enjoy their own suite first. Taller partitions, at least 114 centimeters high, with plenty of shoulder room and sliding doors provide greater privacy. Look out for wireless charging, noise-canceling headphones and the ability to connect your own devices, such as a computer, tablet, smartphone or headphones, to the entertainment system via Bluetooth, which are also part of the new experience. And for perfect sleep, the seat turns into a two-meter-long bed.
… just like on Virgin Atlantic
The British company, co-founded by Richard Branson, will join the Skyteam alliance in early 2023, enhancing the network’s offering at both London Heathrow and Manchester Airport. This recognition will provide a number of benefits, including priority check-in, baggage handling and boarding. Above all, it will allow testing of its new Airbus A330neo suite of cabins, the Retreat. The airline’s most spacious, with over 2 meters of seat to fully flat bed and a 27-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth connectivity and wireless charging.
Each suite has an ottoman that doubles as extra seating, so up to four people can comfortably dine and chat quietly. In addition to The Retreat Suite, the A330neo will offer 30 new Upper Class Suites. A fully forward facing suite offers more space and storage alongside a fully closing privacy door. With Do Not Disturb feature. It has passenger-controlled mood lighting, a 17.3-inch touchscreen TV…and even a mirror. Big deal.
Source: Le Figaro
