Source: The Points Guy
Summary
Lufthansa’s first Airbus A380 with the new business-class cabin has entered service, featuring a 1-2-1 configuration with 68 seats, down from 78. The upgrade includes Bluetooth connectivity and flexible partitions, but not the airline’s flagship Allegris product. The A380 was initially planned for retirement but was returned to service due to pent-up travel demand. All eight A380s are expected to have the upgraded seats by mid-2027.
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The escape is carefully planned.
Lufthansa’s A380 business-class seats offer direct aisle access, but at the cost of 10 fewer seats. The airline’s decision to upgrade the cabin is a temporary solution until the Boeing 777-9 jet is delivered. The A380’s return to service is a result of the “revenge travel” phenomenon. The upgraded seats are a significant improvement, but not the airline’s flagship product.
The trip promises a break, but with a reduced business-class capacity.
Author: Evan Null
