Finnair A350-900 business class HELSINKI-SINGAPORE

BACKGROUND In 2022, Finnair introduced a new business class (called the Airlounge), premium economy and economy on its retrofitted A350s and A330s. The new seats will also appear on the A350s that are yet to be delivered. Finnair expects the whole long-haul fleet to have Airlounge business seats by the end of 2023.

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