AIR INDIA UNVEILS ALL-NEW BUSINESS, PREMIUM ECONOMY & ECONOMY CABINS  FOR A320 FLEET

The Voice of Chandigarh :

Air India, India’s leading global airline, unveiled a three-class configuration on its newly inducted narrowbody aircraft. Air India’s A320neo aircraft will now offer a new Business, an all-new Premium Economy, and a new Economy cabin experience on domestic and short-haul international routes.

Air India has refitted two new A320neo aircraft – VT-RTW and VT-RTZ – in a three-class configuration featuring 8 luxurious seats in Business, 24 extra legroom seats in Premium Economy and 132 comfortable seats in Economy, offering a wider choice to its guests. With this, Air India introduces Premium Economy cabins on narrowbody aircraft.

Subtle cabin mood lighting, spacious legroom and wider pitch, and modern features, like portable electronic device (PED) holders and USB ports to charge mobile phones, laptops and other gadgets, among others will contribute significantly to offering guests, in all three cabins, an inflight experience that is tailored to the needs of today’s discerning flyers.

Air India has plans to introduce the three-class configuration to its entire full-service narrowbody fleet over the next year. Existing aircraft are now being progressively inducted for refit, while new aircraft joining the fleet will be delivered with the new Air India experience.

Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, of Air India, said, “The introduction of a three-class cabin to Air India’s narrowbody fleet and commencement of interior refits are important steps in the journey of enhancing the flying experience. The upgrade of the narrowbody fleet, which operates on the domestic and short-haul international network, complements the upgraded widebody experience now available on our A350 fleet and new B777s, and on all other widebodies as they are refitted over the next two years. This comprehensive upgradation of Air India’s physical product is an important component of transforming into a world-class airline.”

Customized by leading seat manufacturer Collins Aerospace, the seats in all three cabins combine unique ergonomic contouring and a patented comfort system to offer enhanced passenger comfort. All seats are equipped with literature pockets, charging ports, tray tables, and coat hooks, prioritizing guest comfort.

A distinct feature of Air India’s A320neo aircraft is innovative mood lighting with planned illumination settings during take-off, landing, meal service, and even to celebrate India’s national days. With Air India’s brand identity at its core, the lighting is designed to enhance the overall in-flight experience, creating a subtle and soothing environment for guests to relax.

The new Business cabins offer feature-rich 40-inch ergonomic seats with deep 7-inch recline, an adjustable armrest, footrest, and backrest, a tray table deployed at the push of a button that includes a PED holder and is extendable and multiple charging ports. Industry-best seat upholstery on Business will provide maximum comfort and convenience to customers.

The all-new Premium Economy provides larger seats with superior upholstery, a four-way headrest, a wider 32-inch seat pitch with a 4-inch recline, and other amenities such as a PED holder and USB charging port. With more meal options, including a delectable food and drink selection, served in upgraded crockery and cutlery, Premium Economy promises a superior travel experience.

Economy seats too are ergonomically designed with comfortable upholstery, 28-29-inch seat pitch, 4-inch recline, and legroom and come with features such as a PED holder, tray table, USB charging port, and a coat hook.

Customers wanting to be amongst the first to experience the new Air India may refer to the schedule of the aircraft below.

SCHEDULE OF FLIGHTS, EFFECTIVE 01 JULY 2024

Flight #	Sector	Departure	Arrival	Days of Operation
AI 0803	Delhi-Bengaluru	0610 Hrs	0855 Hrs	Daily
AI 0505	Bengaluru-Delhi	0950 Hrs	1240 Hrs	Daily
AI 0502	Delhi-Bengaluru	1330 Hrs	1625 Hrs	Daily
AI 0503	Bengaluru-Delhi	1715 Hrs	2005 Hrs	Daily
AI 0463	Delhi-Chandigarh	2045 Hrs	2200 Hrs	Daily
AI 0464	Chandigarh-Delhi	2245 Hrs	2345 Hrs	Daily
AI 0813	Delhi-Bengaluru	0800 Hrs	1100 Hrs	Daily
AI 0507	Bengaluru-Delhi	1145 Hrs	1435 Hrs	Daily
AI 0815	Delhi-Bengaluru	1545 Hrs	1840 Hrs	Daily
AI 0509	Bengaluru-Delhi	1930 Hrs	2220 Hrs	Daily