Virgin Atlantic's Upper Class gets even cooler, here's what the new A330neo will look like
Virgin Atlantic unveiled for the first time its highly anticipated Airbus A330neo, the same aircraft model also chosen [...]
Virgin Atlantic unveiled for the first time its highly anticipated Airbus A330neo, the same aircraft model also chosen by ITA Airways for its long-haul fleet.
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The upper class cabin, that's the name of the business on board the VS fleet, will see a brand new seat installed.
The evolution of its iconic social space The Loft e the opening of The Retreat Suite, the most spacious suite in Virgin Atlantic's history-these are the other new features.
Those traveling in Premium and Upper Class will be able to take advantage of the wireless charging on the seat, while customers in every cabin will enjoy more USB ports, Bluetooth-enabled entertainment systems and the airline's fastest Wi-Fi ever.
Virgin Atlantic's A330neo is expected to take off for Boston on its first customer flight in early October. Tickets will go on sale by the end of the month. From September 2022, three aircraft will arrive, and the remaining deliveries will be between 2023 and 2026.
Compared with the old business class cabin aboard the A330 and B787 This is a giant step forward. The product will be top of the line, even better than that offered on the fleet flagship the A350/1000.
Upper Class
The Retreat Suite is a new innovation in Virgin's Upper Class and consists of. two exclusive suites at the front of the cabin. The airline's most spacious suite ever, it will have a seat that converts into a 2m bed that is completely flat and A 27-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth connectivity and wireless charging.
Each suite will also have an ottoman that will serve as an extra seat, so up to four people can comfortably dine, chat, or play games in their own private living room.
In addition to The Retreat Suite, the A330neo will offer. 30 brand new Upper Class suites. The suite offers more space for the passenger and their belongings and will also see a privacy door installed, allowing them to isolate themselves completely from the aisle.
Passenger-controlled lighting, A 17.3-inch touchscreen TV And even a mirror.
The airline's award-winning social space, The Loft , remains a focal point of cabin design as customers board the plane and is a key part of the Upper Class experience.
In an evolution of the Airbus A350 design, consists of space for eight people, with four comfortable seats, which allow guests to sit and chat or grab something from the new self-service refrigerator and beverage dispenser. Guests can also connect Bluetooth headsets to the dual 27-inch panoramic touchscreens or use the wireless charging facilities for their devices.
Premium
Stylish touches make a difference in Premium, in a cabin consisting of 46 seats on the A330neo. Virgin Atlantic's trademark burgundy Premium seats with a 96-inch pitch are accompanied by leg rests and a 13.3-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth audio. The airline also offers its Premium customers a wireless charging pad on the seat.
Economy
Comfort and connection are the order of the day in the new Economy cabin, as customers will experience the largest 13.3″ economy screen ever, with an intuitive touchscreen and Bluetooth audio to connect headphones, using their phone as a controller. More space for personal items, plus power outlet and USB ports to keep gadgets charged with power.
Customers can choose from 28 Economy Delight seats, which offer more legroom due to 86 centimeters between seats, or the 156 Economy Classic seats, which have the classic 78 centimeters, which is the standard on this type of configuration.
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