Qatar Airways New Business Class "Next-Gen" Q-Suite Announced!
Intro
Good gosh, the past 48 hours have seen plenty of announcements in regard to aviation across the world. From Drukair announcing more orders for the A320 series to Luxair announcing Max's to new business classes, etc.
However, Qatar Airways, which I rank as the second-best business class in the world, has announced its "next-gen Q-Suite" due to be delivered on future 777-9's.
Let's Jump In!
The New Seat
Qatar Airways won't be overhauling everything and starting from scratch. Instead, they already have a great concept, meaning they will be making minor adjustments to their original seat.
These include, but aren't limited to:
A new movable 4K OLED Panasonic Astrova inflight entertainment screen, which can be repositioned to the side to create the largest social and productivity in the sky for up to four passengers in the Quad Suite and up to two passengers in the Companion Suite
New customization options, including ambient lighting, privacy controls, and a touchscreen passenger control unit
A larger lie-flat seat, as well as a large double bed
Added privacy with taller, digitally controlled dividers
New storage, including enclosed drawers where you can store your phone, watch, jewelry, etc.
Significantly improved tech, including new wireless charging
Here is a look at what the new Q-Suites will look like.
Boeing deliveries on the 777-9's have been a laughing stock of the industry. For now, we can expect these to be delivered to Qatar Airways in 2025, but let's be realistic... who really knows?
My Take
On paper, I like the sound of this for a couple of different reasons.
The 777-9 seems to be the Flagship aircraft of airlines that plan on taking delivery; therefore, offering a new product is a great idea. Not only to build demand and hype but offer the best service on their Flagship aircraft.
Most likely, it doesn't cost much more (if anything) to install these new seats since they won't be refurbishing older aircraft (for now).
The added benefits of being able to have a fully open quad for a family (certainly not mine) or to discuss business is revolutionary in the aviation industry.
The best part, being able to sit face to face in window seats with a partner, family member, colleague etc, is the cherry on top.
Final Thoughts
Qatar Airways has announced their latest "next-gen" business class product coming to the 777-9's starting in 2025. While not a brand-new product, it's adding little aspects in order to create what will certainly be one of the best business-class products in the sky. Personally, I'm excited to try this out, as their Q-Suites are already fantastic!
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