British Airways to fit record 106-seat business class on Airbus A380 jets
The airline is removing economy seating to expand premium economy and business class cabins, betting on strong high-end travel demand.
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British Airways is reconfiguring its Airbus A380 jumbo jets to include a record 106 business class seats, as part of a broader overhaul that also expands premium economy seating at the expense of standard economy class.
The airline is removing coach class seats to make room for the larger premium cabins, a move that reflects its wager on continued strong demand for higher-end air travel.
Airlines across the industry have increasingly prioritized premium cabin capacity in recent years, as business and premium leisure travelers have shown greater willingness to pay for upgraded seating, while growth in standard economy demand has been comparatively slower.
British Airways' A380s are among the largest aircraft in its fleet, giving the airline substantial room to expand premium offerings without eliminating overall passenger capacity entirely.
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