The first-class experience also goes up a notch and then more!
Waiting to travel in a double-decked aircraft? Etihad Airways has announced it is reintroducing four of its A380s from the summer of 2023.
The move follows a surge in demand for air travel across the airline’s network and customer feedback for the return of one of the most remarkable commercial flying experiences in the sky. You might want to start booking your trips already!
His Excellency Mohammed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman, Etihad Aviation Group is delighted on the return of the A380. “The double-decker’s reintroduction provides a further boost to Etihad’s capacity into the key UK market, with a knock-on effect for the wider GCC and Indian subcontinent that will bring more visitors to the city of Abu Dhabi,” he says.
Etihad’s A380s feature The Residence as well as three cabin classes on the double-decker aircraft, including 9 First Apartments, 70 Business Studios and 405 Economy Smart Seats.
The nine First Apartments set across a single-aisle, offer a private living space with a large leather lounge chair and an ottoman which opens up to become a separate 80.5″ long fully-flat bed.
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The First Apartment is one of the most spacious in its class and offers a 24″ swivelling LCD TV monitor and personal vanity unit. For the first time, Etihad plans to eventually offer The Residence as an optional extra for guests to further enhance their First experience.
The Lobby, available to guests in First and Business class, is a serviced lounge and bar area located between the two cabins, featuring leather sofas, refreshments, and a large TV with a USB connection.
“We know this will be welcomed by our guests who love Etihad’s incredible A380 and its award-winning cabins,” say Chief Executive Officer, Etihad Airways, Antonoaldo Neves.
Etihad expects to return four of its A380s to the fleet in the summer of 2023, with plans to operate to London Heathrow, freeing up capacity for increased frequencies on existing routes and the launch of new destinations.
The A380s’ return will be supported by the addition of five of their smaller A320 siblings.
Etihad is currently preparing the aircraft to fly again, and part of this preparation includes the recruitment and training of A380 teams, including pilots, cabin crew and technical ground staff.
For more information on Etihad’s A380 flights, please visit etihad.com
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