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Superbusiness mini-suites become a trend in post-pandemic aviation
By: Rafael Ramos
On: 10/14/2021
Qatar Qsuite
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The coronavirus pandemic has imposed changes in the way people travel. In executive aviation it is no different. The English term for the new modality is “superbusiness mini-suites”.
Superbusiness mini-suites are about how the passenger chooses to stay on the plane. These are larger seats than business class, but without all the luxury of first class. In these accommodations, people stay in their own space, separated from the others by doors and partitions, so that the trip becomes more private and even safer.
The suites also have a seat that becomes a bed with no neighbors of their own. These changes can make first class a thing of the past.
“The rapid evolution of mini-suite design shows how serious airlines are about providing better sleep with more privacy, better workspaces and more storage,” explains Daniel Baron, managing director of Lift Aero Design.
If for the passenger it can be important to settle in such a suite, for the airline it can also be important, because the change is associated with an increase in revenue.
The shift to more reserved and luxurious standards began with the Airbus A380, with airlines adding luxurious doors and items to create a private ambience. However, the arrival of Qsuite from Qatar was what revolutionized in 2017.
Qatar's suite is very luxurious and offers mood lighting, fully horizontal beds and ample storage space. And, of course, they are closed off by a door to make the trip even more exclusive. Several airlines around the world are planning to offer such experiences.
Depending on the seat manufacturer, doors only close to shoulder height, others close completely and have cameras to meet safety standards – flight attendants need to be able to see passengers.
According to Daniel Baron, in an era in which we are living with covid, this new standard may become increasingly necessary, because of the security that passes. Not only in business aviation, but it's just a matter of time before we see this change in other planes, which is already happening.
The text contains information from CNN Brasil.
Recaro suite
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Rafael Ramos
Aviation enthusiast from an early age, he had his first contacts with the area developing that good old habit of spending dozens of hours in front of the screens of Micrsoft Flight Simulator and other simulators. With a solid background in various technological areas, including engineering and chemistry, Rafael has rejoined aviation as editor and author of articles and materials on our portal, providing invaluable help to the dynamics and expansion of the website and the aeronautical community, bringing us the news and updates so indispensable for us to remain current in our area of operation.
   
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