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The world’s longest non-stop commercial flight will soon get a first-class upgrade

The world’s longest non-stop commercial flight will soon get a first-class upgrade

Singapore Airlines' 19-hour nonstop flight to NYC will offer luxury options in 2026
Singapore Airlines’ nonstop 19-hour flight to NYC will offer luxury options in 2026

The world’s second best airline in 2024, Singapore Airlines (SIA), is all set to upgrade its longest flight in the world with luxury options for passengers.

According to CNN, The airline recently approved a multi-year program worth 1.1 billion Singapore dollars (about US$821 million) to upgrade its 41 Airbus A350-900 aircraft with long-haul luxury cabins.

As part of the upgrade, SIA will add first class seats to its seven A350-900ULR aircraft, which currently only have premium economy and business class cabins.

Goh Choon Phong, Chief Executive Officer of SIA, said in a statement: “Over the past six years, we have extensively involved customers and stakeholders in the design of our next generation long-haul cabin products, anticipating their changing preferences and expectations. down to the smallest detail.”

“The new first and business class seat designs will feature thoughtful elements that push the boundaries of comfort, luxury and modernity, allowing our customers to relax or work effortlessly on board. Premium economy and economy class passengers can also look forward to updated cabin interiors that enhance their travel experience,” the report said.

Currently, SIA offers first class seats on one of its Boeing 777 aircraft and private ‘suites’ on one of its Airbus A380s.