Boeing showcases the 777X cabin mockup amid latest orders from airlines, including Korean Airlines8/8/2024
Boeing showcased a full-size 777X interior section highlighting the airplane’s wider cabin, larger windows and spacious architecture. So, what are the cool features of this cabin on this aircraft and will it help to reduce jetlag on ultra long-haul flights? Well, I had the honor of being hosted by Boeing and especially Stephanie Werner and Laura Fitzgerald, Regional Directors, Cabin Marketing, Boeing, at Farnborough Airshow to experience the cabin interiors of the 777X. During the 777X interiors mock-up tour, Werner showcased the innovative features of the cabin design that Boeing says will combine the best of the aircraft manufacturer’s B777 and B787 Dreamliner cabins.   The lighting, windows and curved interiors give a sense of what this aircraft might be like when it’s ready and soaring the skies. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh Boeing is the market leader in twin-aisle airplanes, freighters and airplane cabin design. Our designs are informed by decades of research, experience and innovation to benefit both passengers and crew. The new 777-8 and 777-9 will take that advantage to the next level by incorporating the best of the passenger preferred 777 and 787 families with new advances to deliver the flight experience of the future. On the 777X family, passengers and crew alike will enjoy thoughtful features such as a more comfortable cabin altitude, better humidity, a smoother ride, a quiet environment, more natural light and soothing LED lighting. Even the bins have been redesigned for ease of use, holding twice as much while closing up and out of the way with 40% less force. And with a spacious cabin that is wider than both its predecessors and competition, the spacious 777-8 and 777-9 offer a new level of comfort that is unmatched. The 777-8 and 777-9 also feature an innovative cabin architecture that adds further value for airlines. Airlines can choose from a suite of standard parts and options to tailor the ceilings and bins in each section of the same airplane. The result: a more customized passenger experience without the time and expense of custom designs. Boeing’s market-leading widebody airplanes offer a superior flying experience informed by decades of research, experience and innovation. The newest Boeing widebody family, the 777X, combines the best of the passenger-preferred 777 and 787 Dreamliner cabins to offer exceptional comfort and thoughtful features for passengers, delivering the flight experience of the future. Spacious, wide cabin: The 777X will provide the most spacious environment for passengers. With nearly 8-foot-tall ceilings and a cabin that is up to 16 inches wider than the competition, passengers in every class of service will enjoy greater comfort, with more space and additional headroom between their seat and the bins above. From a comfortable 10-abreast economy seating to a more spacious premium class, the 777X offers comfort the competition cannot match. Stunning architecture possibilities: New on the 777X, airlines can choose from a suite of standard parts and options to tailor the ceilings and bins in each section of the same airplane, providing a true canvas for their brand and a more customized passenger experience. Bigger bins: The overhead stowage bins on the 777X hold twice as many bags, giving passengers ample space to stow their carry-on luggage. In addition, the bins have been redesigned for ease of use, closing up and out of the way with 40% less force. Larger windows: At 162 square inches, the 777X windows are 30 percent bigger than the competition’s and are optimally positioned on the fuselage to give passengers seated throughout the airplane a view of the horizon. Electronically dimmable windows, an option airlines can select, darken at the touch of a button, giving passengers a view outside while limiting light in the cabin.  Photo Copyright Navjot Singh Dynamic LED lighting: Energy-efficient LED lighting helps create a soothing passenger experience. Cabin crew can select optimized lighting scenes throughout the flight, including unique settings for boarding, cruise, sunrise, sunset and starry skies. The dynamic lighting can also be customized to allow airline-specific in-flight branding opportunities.  The overhead stowage bins on the 777X hold twice as many bags, giving passengers ample space to stow their carry-on luggage. In addition, the bins have been redesigned for ease of use, closing up and out of the way with 40% less force. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh Improved cabin environment: Like the 787 Dreamliner family, the 777X will offer higher humidity than other commercial jetliners, a lower cabin altitude at 6,000 feet and improved cabin air quality with available gaseous filtration. These advancements allow passengers to feel more refreshed when arriving at their destinations. Smoother ride: The 777X is designed to provide a more comfortable flight for passengers and crew by sensing and damping the effects of turbulence for a smoother ride, like the 787 Dreamliner. Quiet: The 777X is a quieter airplane for communities and passengers, with a noise footprint that is 40 percent smaller than the airplanes it replaces. New engines, better insulation and more cabin air nozzles for lower-velocity air distribution help create a quieter cabin. Korean Airlines becomes latest 777X customer at Farnborough 2024 Korean Air became the latest 777X customer with a commitment to purchase 20 777X aircraft and a further order for up to 30 787-10 jets. The commitment, which is reported to be worth US$22 billion, for up to 50 Boeing widebody aircraft is expected to play a key role in modernising and strengthening the Asian carrier’s long-haul fleet after its merger with Asiana Airlines. “The addition of the Boeing 777-9 and 787-10 aircraft marks a significant milestone I our strategic objective to expand and upgrade our fleet,” said Walter Cho, Chairman and CEO of Korean Air. “These new airplanes will elevate passenger comfort and enhance operational efficiency, while significantly reducing carbon emissions, supporting our long-term commitment to sustainable aviation,” he continued. With a 426-passenger seating capacity in a two-class configuration and a range of 13,500km, the 777-9 features advanced technologies from the 787 Dreamliner family, including new carbon-fibre composite wings enabling the aircraft to achieve 10% better fuel efficiency, CO2 emissions and operating costs than the competition. Meanwhile, the 787-10 can carry up to 336 passengers with a range of 11,730km, with Boeing underlining that the fuel efficiency of the 787 has helped operators avoid more than 169 billion pounds in CO2 emissions since entering service. Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, said the aircraft manufacturer was “honoured Korean Air had selected its largest, most efficient wideboy airplanes to add capacity to its network.” She also noted that this latest announcement builds on a 50-year relationship between the two companies with the “777X and 787 Dreamliner continuing to support the airline’s long-term goals for sustainability and continued growth.”   Aircraft registered N3203J is brand new - having been delivered to the airline on July 20 via a ferry flight from Mobile to Mirabel before going on to New York. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  The aircraft is named Blueminicano and is so new that the airline has not had time to update their website with the fleet details - https://www.jetblue.com/flying-with-us/our-planes/a220. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh The aircraft is extremely new - so new that the airline has not had time to update their website about the airline name, which is Blueminicano.  At Farnborough Airshow 2024. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  At Farnborough Airshow 2024. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  The JetBlue Airbus A220-300, including the one seen at the Farnborough Air Show 2024, seats 140 passengers in an Economy set-up. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  The A220 Family’s state-of-the-art flight cockpit was developed to be simple, cost-effective and smart – while also reducing pilot workload and encouraging more heads-up flying. It includes such intuitive on-board equipment as a phase of flight management system (FMS), two-mode fly-by-wire flight controls and sidestick controllers. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  This cockpit layout enables pilots to fly the A220 Family’s two versions – the A220-100 and longer-fuselage A220-300 variant – with the same type rating. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  The configuration onboard is five abreast, with two seats on the left and three seats on the right. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  The A220-330 features extra-large overhead bins, along with USB-C, USB-A and AC power to charge all kinds of gadgets, and then there is a perfectly organized seatback storage with 3 mesh compartments. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  The new 2x3 seating (read: less middle seats) that’s perfect for couples and families, featuring sustainable vegan leather and the most legroom in coach. The widest coach seats of any single aisle aircraft. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  Blueminicano! Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  The aircraft has extra large windows for better views. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  The winglet of the A220-300 against the backdrop of a Virgin Atlantic Airways A330-900. The winglets are developed to reduce drag, improve fuel efficiency and extend range. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  The A220-300 features brand 2 Pratt & Whitney Geared Turbofan (GTF) PW1500G engines that are 50% quieter and 25% more fuel efficient. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  Tailfin of the Virgin Atlantic A330Neo at Farnborough Airshow 2024: Photo Copyright Navjot Singh At this year's Farnborough Airshow, Virgin Atlantic Airways placed a firm order for seven A330neo aircraft as part of its wider fleet transformation. The agreement takes Virgin Atlantic’s commitment for the A330neo to 19 aircraft in total, providing improved economics. The order was announced onboard Virgin Atlantic’s A330neo, named ‘Ruby Rebel’, and registered as GB-VSRB after founder Sir Richard Branson, to celebrate the airline's 40th anniversary. The aircraft was on static display for four days during the airshow, and I had the pleasure of touring this beautiful aircraft as the pictures here show. Shai Weiss, CEO, Virgin Atlantic said, “We complete our multi-billion-dollar fleet transformation, with the purchase of seven additional A330-900s, which we know our customers and our people love to fly. Flying the youngest fleet is the most readily available and significant lever towards decarbonising long-haul aviation and we are proud to already operate one of the youngest and most fuel and carbon efficient fleets across the Atlantic.” “Our special partnership with Airbus began with the arrival of ‘Lady in Red’ in 1993, with our most recent arrival, ‘Ruby Rebel’, arriving to mark our 40th birthday this year. Virgin Atlantic has flown more than 60 Airbus tails in the last three decades. While not first to the party, they’ve been our main dance partner, making our customers smile ever since.”  Tailfin of the Virgin Atlantic A330Neo at Farnborough Airshow 2024: Photo Copyright Navjot Singh Airbus Chief Executive Officer, Commercial Aircraft, Christian Scherer said, “We are grateful for Virgin Atlantic’s decision to expand its A330neo fleet as part of its strategy to have the youngest fleet across the Atlantic. The A330neo not only delivers unbeatable operational seat mile cost and an exceptional passenger experience, it also greatly enhances Virgin Atlantic’s fleet efficiency and contributes to their sustainability journey. We look forward to continuing this smooth and successful collaboration for many years to come."  Tailfin of the Virgin Atlantic A330Neo at Farnborough Airshow 2024: Photo Copyright Navjot Singh Routes AxedVirgin Atlantic will cancel flights to the Bahamas and Turks and Caicos after only two seasons. This follows the airline's decision to suspend its services to Shanghai, Hong Kong and Tokyo. Though Seoul may be a new destination in the far east in 2025. The airline will axe its twice-weekly flight to Providenciales on 21 February 2025 and its three-flights-a-week service to Nassau two days later. It only launched both services in December 2023 as a stop en route to Montego Bay. The airline said it would be contacting customers “to discuss next steps, including a full refund or alternative flights with another carrier”. A Virgin Atlantic spokesperson said “As we continue to focus on optimising our network, we regularly review the destinations we fly to." “As part of this, we’ve made the decision to increase our frequencies to Antigua, Barbados and Cape Town next year, and to sadly suspend operations to The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos."  Underbelly of the Virgin Atlantic A330Neo at Farnborough Airshow 2024: Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  Fuselage of the Virgin Atlantic A330Neo at Farnborough Airshow 2024: Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  The A330neo features the award-winning Airspace cabin, which offers passengers a unique passenger experience, high level of comfort, ambience, and design. This includes more individual space, enlarged overhead bins, a new lighting system and access to the latest in-flight entertainment and connectivity systems. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  The airline has been flying the type since 2022, complete with its exclusive new "Retreat Suite." Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  It's the latest "business class plus" option from an airline targeting premium travelers. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  Economy Class seating on the Virgin Atlantic A330Neo at Farnborough Airshow 2024: Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  Aviation analyst Alex Macheras in discussion with a cabin crew on-board the Virgin Atlantic A330Neo at Farnborough Airshow 2024: Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  Premium Economy Class seats in the Virgin Atlantic A330Neo at Farnborough Airshow 2024: Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  Welcome on-board! Photo Copyright Navjot Singh  Powered by the latest generation Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, the A330-900 is capable of flying 7,200 nm / 13,300 km non-stop. At the end of June 2024, the A330 Family had accumulated 1,798 firm orders from more than 130 customers worldwide, including 319 A330neo from 30 customers. As with all Airbus aircraft, the A330 family is already able to operate with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The manufacturer is targeting to have its aircraft up to 100% SAF capable by 2030. Photo Copyright Navjot Singh |
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