Economy Class
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Air New Zealand introduces the SkyNest: flat beds for economy and premium economy passengers
Air New Zealand continues to innovate on long-haul economy class, introducing the SkyNest concept, which will offer Premium Economy and Economy Class passengers the opportunity to book lie-flat beds. These will be located between Premium Economy and Economy and will be bookable for two four-hour sessions at a price of NZD495 on flights between Auckland…
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The United Relax Row: taking an Air New Zealand idea to hold North American exclusivity
United Airlines secures North American exclusivity for the “Relax Row,” a lie-flat economy product launching in 2027. This strategic move to retrofit 200+ Boeing 787 and 777 aircraft by 2030 isn’t just a comfort upgrade – it’s a high-yield tactical strike to dominate the “squeeze middle” long-haul market.