Qatar Airways Unveils Highly Anticipated ‘Qsuite Next Gen’ at Farnborough International Airshow 2024

On the opening day of the Farnborough International Airshow 2024, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, unveiled the latest iteration of the award-winning Qsuite, the ‘Qsuite Next Gen’. This ultra-modern upgrade continues to elevate the standards of the World’s Best Business Class. The unveiling event was attended by His Excellency Jassim bin Saif bin Ahmed Al Sulaiti, the Qatari Minister of Transport, and Mr. Mohamed Faleh Alhajri, Acting President of the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority.

Held at the Qatar Airways Discover Lounge, Engr. Al-Meer introduced the Qsuite Next Gen with Sama, the world’s first AI Digital Human cabin crew. Sama engaged the audience through an interactive presentation, highlighting how Qatar Airways has once again redefined luxury and innovation in business class experiences.

Introducing the Qsuite Next Gen

Engr. Al-Meer detailed the enhanced features of the Qsuite Next Gen, including fully customizable Quad Suites, Companion Suites in window aisles, and 4K OLED maneuverable in-flight entertainment (IFE) screens. Each suite now offers increased space and privacy, setting new benchmarks in business class travel.

The Qsuite Next Gen aims to facilitate a mindful work-life balance with its revolutionary features tailored for professionals, friends, and families. The redesigned Quad Suite boasts movable 4K OLED Panasonic Astrova IFE screens, a first in the aviation industry, which can be repositioned to create the largest social and productivity space in the sky. This setup accommodates up to four passengers in the Quad Suite and up to two in the Companion Suite.

Enhanced for relaxation, the Quad Suite offers increased space for dining together, reflecting Qatari heritage, and added privacy with taller, digitally controlled dividers. The suite includes larger lie-flat and double beds, complemented by Qatar Airways’ signature 5-star turn-down service and a dedicated ‘Make My Bed’ feature. The Companion Suite offers similar features, now extended to window aisles, enhancing the shared space experience.

The Qsuite Next Gen incorporates new technologies for increased passenger convenience and connectivity, offering a vast array of customization options through upgraded touchscreen Passenger Control Units, ranging from ambient lighting to privacy controls.

Scheduled to be featured on Qatar Airways’ Boeing B777-9 aircraft by 2025, the Qsuite Next Gen is set to revolutionize in-flight luxury and comfort.

Qatar Airways at Farnborough International Airshow 2024

The Farnborough International Airshow also showcased Qatar Airways’ Boeing 787-9 aircraft, which entered service in 2021. This aircraft features the Adient Ascent Business Class Suite, equipped with sliding privacy doors, wireless mobile device charging, and a 79-inch lie-flat bed.

Qatar Executive’s Gulfstream G700 aircraft was another highlight, offering an exceptionally spacious cabin with four individual living areas, including a private rear stateroom with a permanent fixed bed. Qatar Executive has expanded its fleet with four additional Gulfstream G700 aircraft, with another six scheduled to enter service within the next 18 months.

Both aircraft models exemplify Qatar Airways’ commitment to exceptional standards, connecting passengers to over 170 global destinations through its award-winning hub, Hamad International Airport, recently voted the World’s Best Airport and World’s Best Airport Shopping by Skytrax.

The Qsuite Next Gen continues to draw significant attention from media, aviation professionals, and enthusiasts at the airshow for its exceptional features.

Visitors to the Farnborough International Airshow can explore Qatar Airways’ offerings at Chalet C114 – 115 and the Qatar Airways Discover Lounge in Hall 1 from July 22-26, 2024.