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Airbus A350-900 / A350-1000 · Business class
Airbus A350-900 / A350-1000 Business Class
Newer than 777-300ER with better passenger experience (quieter, less jet lag). Carrier configurations vary.
Cabin configuration
1-2-1 reverse-herringbone or staggered
Airlines operating this cabin
- Cathay Pacific Business
- Singapore Airlines Business
- Qatar Qsuite
- Lufthansa Business
- Virgin Atlantic Upper Class
What makes this cabin notable
- Quieter cabin than 777 (newer engines, better insulation)
- More humidity, lower cabin altitude, better sleep on long-haul
- Qatar Qsuite operates on A350-1000 routes (best business class with quad center configuration)
- Wide windows that let in significantly more light
Watch out: Lufthansa Allegris business is rolling out, older Lufthansa A350s still have older business seat without door.
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