Kim Hyun-bin began his journalism career at Arirang TV from 2012 to 2017, specializing in defense, foreign affairs and the economy. In 2018, he joined The Korea Times, covering society and business, and is currently responsible for embassy affairs.
Korean Air introduces A321neo equipped with Prestige class
Korean Air's newly introduced Airbus 321neo offers 180-degree flat-bed seats available in Prestige class. Courtesy of Korean Air
By Kim Hyun-bin
By Kim Hyun-bin
Korean Air has introduced its first Airbus A321neo, equipped with fully lie-flat seats in business class, making it the first Korean airline to offer this feature on a short-haul aircraft, according to the company, Wednesday.
The airline's first A320 family aircraft is a single-aisle narrow-body with a total of 182 seats, and will mostly operate on short-haul routes, including Southeast Asia, China and Japan.
The A321neo will present a pleasurable flight experience by providing inflight internet, a sophisticated cabin interior and advanced personal inflight entertainment systems.
“We are delighted to receive our first A321neo, which will be a great asset to our fleet, network and passengers,” said Lee Soo-keun, executive vice president at Korean Air and chief safety & operation officer. “This fuel-efficient, next-generation A321neo will bring our customers' experience to a new level with the award-winning Airspace cabin and fully lie-flat business-class seats.”
Korean Air will offer a total of 182 seats, eight in Prestige class and 174 in economy class, on its new model.
For the first time, 180-degree flat-bed seats will be available in the Prestige class.
The business class seats are equipped with a 44-centimeter personal monitor for audio/video on demand services along with a wireless smartphone charger. ?
In economy class, customers can enjoy inflight entertainment on a 33-centimeter personal monitor, which is the largest in the airline's narrow-body fleet. An adjustable headrest and individual coat hook are also installed for each seat.