Finnair’s New Airbus A330

Traveleres on Finnair's New York-Helsinki route will be among the airline's first passengers to experience its newest aircraft, an Airbus A330- the fifth Airbus A330 added to Finnair's worldwide fleet this year. The business class section of this new AIrbus A330 offers Contour Vantage seats. It' s a new type full flat seats that reclines to a fully horizontal position as well as a new configuration that offers more privacy than before. The Airbus A330 aircraft are part of Finnair's long-haul traffic fleet modernization, which will reduce emissions significantly.

The design of these seats offers passengers more privacy and personal space. Something which I think people can appreciate. Nowadays, people can't bear a lot so a little bit more privacy and personal space is always welcome. The seats have been arranged so that 90% of passengers have direct access to an aisle and there is more storage space for hand luggage and clothing.Another advantage because let's face it we like to keep our stuff close at hand.

The new lay-out also allows for more seats to fit into the same space. The seats of business class are now increased to 45 seats instead of the 42 seats in the business class section of the previous aircraft. And more seats means more passengers means more income. Maybe it's not much ( from 42 to 45) , but it's a start!

I think people will appreciate the comfort . Especially on long-haul flights we like a litte bit more luxury...

Besides there are not only advantages for the business people, also the economy class is adapted. There is a lot more comfort like for example every passenger has an individual display screen with diverse entertainment opportunities. I think it's ideal for families with children. It's also possible to send text messages and work with a laptop during flights.

Finnair is very optimistic and is certain that the passengers will enjoy the new Airbus and that it will improve their profitability. Besides they also thought about the environment because the new Airbus will consume 20% less fuel than their previous aircraft(MD-11). I think it's a good move since the environnement is becoming more and more important. Now Finnair can prove itself as an airline who's considering the environnement.

Bron : Travel daily news , 24/12/2009