{"id":57219,"date":"2024-02-22T12:34:53","date_gmt":"2024-02-22T07:04:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=57219"},"modified":"2024-03-15T12:02:37","modified_gmt":"2024-03-15T06:32:37","slug":"qantas-new-airbus-a220-business-economy-cabins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2024\/02\/22\/qantas-new-airbus-a220-business-economy-cabins\/","title":{"rendered":"Qantas Unveils New Airbus A220 Business and Economy Cabins"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>SYDNEY-<\/strong> Australian flag carrier <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=Qantas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Qantas (QF)<\/a> received its inaugural <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=A220\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Airbus A220<\/a> a few months back, and today (Feb 22, 2024), the airline has disclosed additional information about the aircraft, unveiling interior (cabin) images and specifying when the jet is anticipated to commence its service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Towards the end of 2021, Qantas made a purchase for 20 Airbus A220s, followed by an additional order for nine more of these jets in the middle of 2023. Let&#8217;s delve into the comprehensive details revealed today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-87-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"NEXT STEP IN QANTAS GROUP FLEET RENEWAL AS FIRST A220 TOUCHES DOWN\" class=\"wp-image-53502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-87-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-87-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-87-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-87-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-87-75x75.png 75w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-87-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-87-750x750.png 750w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-87-1140x1140.png 1140w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-87.png 1282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Qantas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-qantas-new-a220-cabins\">Qantas New A220 Cabins<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Qantas plans to configure all its Airbus A220-300s with 137 seats, comprising 10 business class seats and 127 economy class seats. The seat map for Qantas&#8217; Airbus A220-300s is provided below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"606\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-85-1024x606.png\" alt=\"qantas a220 seat map\" class=\"wp-image-57222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-85-1024x606.png 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-85-300x178.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-85-768x454.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-85-750x444.png 750w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-85-1140x675.png 1140w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-85.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Riotact<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The A220 offers a delightful flying experience with its single middle seat per row, modern cabin design featuring large windows, and spacious lavatories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"981\" height=\"870\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-86.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-57223\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-86.png 981w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-86-300x266.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-86-768x681.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-86-750x665.png 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 981px) 100vw, 981px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, the Qantas&#8217; A220s will be equipped with Wi-Fi, representing a positive advancement in the airline&#8217;s historical offerings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Qantas has revealed the cabin of its new A220 aircraft:  <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/hbC16pYO1Y\">https:\/\/t.co\/hbC16pYO1Y<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/s9AKaZf60m\">pic.twitter.com\/s9AKaZf60m<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Qantas (@Qantas) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Qantas\/status\/1760426056593658056?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 21, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-business-class-of-qantas-s-a220\">Business Class of Qantas&#8217;s A220<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The business class cabin on Qantas&#8217; A220 will encompass 10 seats arranged in a 2-2 configuration, spanning 2.5 rows. The features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>37&#8243; pitch with 5&#8243; recline<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>USB-A and USB-C charging ports, along with wireless charging pads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A six-way adjustable headrest, calf rest, and footrest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A bottle holder and an extendable cocktail table<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A tray table featuring a built-in tablet holder<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"974\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-87.png\" alt=\"Qantas Airbus A220 Business Class Cabin Features\" class=\"wp-image-57224\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-87.png 974w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-87-300x208.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-87-768x533.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-87-750x521.png 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 974px) 100vw, 974px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Qantas Airbus A220 Business Class Cabin Features | Photo: Qantas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-economy-class-of-qantas-s-a220\">Economy Class of Qantas&#8217;s A220<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The economy class cabin on Qantas&#8217; A220 will feature 127 seats arranged in a 2-3 configuration across 25.5 rows. Anticipated features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>30&#8243; pitch with an 18&#8243; seat width<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>USB-A and USB-C charging ports<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A six-way adjustable headrest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A drop-down tablet holder<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"968\" height=\"697\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-88.png\" alt=\"Qantas Airbus A220 Economy Class Cabin Features\" class=\"wp-image-57225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-88.png 968w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-88-300x216.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-88-768x553.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-88-120x86.png 120w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-88-750x540.png 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 968px) 100vw, 968px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Qantas Airbus A220 Economy Class Cabin Features | Photo: Qantas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-where-will-qantas-fly-its-a220\">Where Will Qantas Fly its A220?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Qantas aims to deploy the <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=Airbus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Airbus <\/a>A220 primarily for domestic flights and select short-haul international routes within the Pacific region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The entry into service of Airbus A220s with Qantas is imminent, with the initial deployment planned from Melbourne (MEL). Commencing on March 1, 2024, the A220 is expected to operate flights to both <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=Brsibane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Brisbane (BNE) <\/a>and Canberra (CBR).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the later part of 2024, additional destinations such as Hobart (HBA), Coffs Harbour (CFS), and Launceston (LST) are on the horizon. However, specific schedules for these routes have yet to be published.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-18-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-18-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-18-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-18-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-18-1600x900.png 1600w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-18-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-18-2048x1152.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Qantas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-replacing-boeing-717-with-a220s\">Replacing Boeing 717 with A220s<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Qantas is set to receive all 29 Airbus A220s within the timeframe leading up to 2027, translating to an approximate monthly delivery rate of one aircraft. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The purpose of these aircraft is to revitalize <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=QantasLink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">QantasLink&#8217;s<\/a> fleet, the regional subsidiary of Qantas. Primarily, the A220s will take the place of the <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=Boeing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boeing<\/a> 717s, currently serving as the backbone of QantasLink&#8217;s operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The transition from the 717 to the A220 underscores the remarkable progress in aviation. The A220 boasts double the range of the 717 while achieving a noteworthy 25% reduction in both fuel consumption and carbon emissions. This represents a significant advancement in the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay tuned with us. Further, follow us on social media for the latest updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join us on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/s\/aviationa2z\" rel=\"nofollow\">Telegram Group&nbsp;<\/a>for the Latest Aviation Updates. Subsequently, follow us on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/news.google.com\/publications\/CAAqBwgKMPLdrgsw_-jGAw?hl=en-IN&amp;gl=IN&amp;ceid=IN%3Aen\">Google News<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-aviation-a-2-z wp-block-embed-aviation-a-2-z\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"tRdPjZO05l\"><a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2024\/03\/15\/qantas-frequent-flyer-program-major-overhaul\/\">Qantas Frequent Flyer Program Set for New Major Overhaul<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Qantas Frequent Flyer Program Set for New Major Overhaul&#8221; &#8212; Aviation A2Z\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2024\/03\/15\/qantas-frequent-flyer-program-major-overhaul\/embed\/#?secret=feeLWKE1ys#?secret=tRdPjZO05l\" data-secret=\"tRdPjZO05l\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Qantas disclosed information about Airbus A220 interior (cabin) and specifying when the jet is anticipated to commence its service.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":57221,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[7215,399,7218,6761],"tags":[516,9772,18324,18320,16008,15629,18325,18321,15175,18322,18323,8886,18319,6481,15177,15178],"class_list":{"0":"post-57219","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-airline-news","8":"category-featured","9":"category-international-aviation-news","10":"category-news","11":"tag-qantas","12":"tag-qantas-a220","13":"tag-qantas-a220-cabin","14":"tag-qantas-a220-cabins","15":"tag-qantas-a220-delivery","16":"tag-qantas-a220-first-flight","17":"tag-qantas-a220-interior","18":"tag-qantas-a220-new-cabins","19":"tag-qantas-a220-new-livery","20":"tag-qantas-a220-seat","21":"tag-qantas-a220-seat-maps","22":"tag-qantas-airbus-a220","23":"tag-qantas-new-a220-cabins","24":"tag-qantaslink","25":"tag-qantaslink-a220","26":"tag-qantaslink-airbus-a220"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/57219","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=57219"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/57219\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":58531,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/57219\/revisions\/58531"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/57221"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=57219"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=57219"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=57219"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}