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Etihad Unveils New Airbus A330neo Cabins

Etihad Airways unveiled new first, business and economy seats for its Airbus A330neo aircraft at the Arabian Travel Market, with the type scheduled to enter service from September 2027. First class will offer four lie-flat suites with closing doors in a one-two-one configuration; business will have 24 fully lie-flat, forward-facing seats with direct aisle access and sliding doors; economy will have 252 seats plus a 32-seat extra-legroom section with four inches of additional pitch. The A330 will serve high-demand regional and medium-haul routes across Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

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Impact and considerations

The A330neo will serve high-demand medium-haul routes across Europe, Asia and the Middle East, and its fully lie-flat business seats with sliding doors will shape corporate cabin choices and procurement on those routes.

Key points

  • Etihad unveiled new first, business and economy seats for its A330neo at the Arabian Travel Market.
  • The A330neo is scheduled to enter service from September 2027.
  • First class will have four lie-flat suites in a one-two-one configuration with closing doors and space for a companion to dine or socialize.
  • Each first-class suite includes a 32-inch screen, wireless charging, dedicated storage and a personal powder station.
  • Business will have 24 fully lie-flat, forward-facing seats with direct aisle access and sliding doors, each with a 17.3-inch screen.
  • Economy will have 252 seats with a 13.3-inch 4K touchscreen and personal charging.
  • A dedicated extra-legroom section will offer 32 seats with four inches of extra pitch versus regular economy.
  • The aircraft will be used on high-demand regional and medium-haul routes across Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

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14 Sept 2026, 12:00
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15 Sept 2026, 00:35
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14 Sept 2026, 12:00
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