Air NZ to install bunk beds for economy class passengers | travellerau
Air New Zealand wants to put you to sleep. No, it's not planning to run soporific continuous footage of the All Blacks' best tries on its entertainment channels . No, the airline wants you to wing it into its new Skynest for a decent flight's slumber.
Each Skynest, infused with soothing pink light and available to economy and premium economy passengers, sleeps six passengers in streamlined high-rise bunk-beds. By submitting your email you are agreeing to Fairfax Media's terms and conditions and privacy policy. The existing pro-sleep and relaxation Skycouch, which allows passengers to stretch out over three seats, will continue to be offered.
Foran says New Zealand's remote geographic location allows for a unique opportunity to lead on the ultra-long haul air travel, with the scene-stealing Skynest innovation first revealed as a concept in 2020 with roll-out plans delayed by the pandemic.
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