The airline Air New Zealand will operate this new route, at the rate of 3 rotations per week (Monday-Thursday-Saturday), all year round and on Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. Departing New York at 9:55 p.m., passengers will land in Auckland at 7:30+2. The configuration of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner used will offer more Premium (first class) seating than other Dreamliners in the fleet, the company said. A total of 288 seats will be offered for sale divided into 3 classes. (27 seats in business class, 33 in first class and 228 in economy class).
For this particularly long link, a specific study on passenger comfort has already been carried out, according to the management of the company. “There has been a lot of thought given to the onboard experience and particular emphasis has been placed on the ritual of sleep, introducing relaxing balms, teas and snacks” commented Greg Foran, the managing director of Air New Zealand. On this occasion, and for the most anxious passengers at the idea of staying more than 5 p.m. on board, the airline will launch ” Zentertainment “. It is an in-flight entertainment system to encourage restful sleep. And before heading down to Auckland, a brunch service will be offered.
Jean-Francois Bourgain
Qantas completes longest direct flight in commercial aviation history
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