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Singapore Airlines begins $34 million lounge refurbishment at Changi’s Terminal 2

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The all-new First Class SilverKris Lounge will feature a spacious area with increased capacity, higher ceilings, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Signature elements from SIAs flagship lounges at Changis Terminal 3 will also be included, as well as an enhanced variety of food and beverage options.

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Why The Airbus A350 Has Such A High Cabin Ceiling

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The Airbus A350, particularly the A350-1000 variant, is renowned for its spacious and comfortable cabin, a key feature of which is its notably high ceiling. This design element enhances the passenger experience by creating a sense of openness and reducing the feeling of confinement during long-haul flights.

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Airbus reveals images of stunning first class experience concept for A350-1000s

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Airbus Elsewhere in the aircraft, Airbus says that the larger size and high ceilings of the A350-1000 and its Airspace cabin design make it the ideal choice for airlines to install their most premium product.

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China Certifies First Commercial Electric Plane

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Service ceiling is about 10,000 feet. According to its web site , the manufacturer says it has a 2778 pound maximum takeoff weight with a payload of about 680 pounds. Top speed is about 156 knots and stall speed is 54 knots. Likely thanks to the long wings, it takes off in about 1200 feet lands in a little more.

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Fascinating: Hidden Airport Design Tricks That Guide Travelers

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If you have the time, Id highly recommend giving the video a watch.

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A 5-Window Suite: Air France Unveils New & Refreshed 1st Class Product

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Unlike many other carriers, who have opted for either mid-height sliding doors, or fully-enclosed floor-to-ceiling walls, Air Frances La Premiere offers travelers privacy with floor to ceiling curtains. We take a look at the carriers newest iteration of its first class product in todays video

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Southwest Airlines drops fuel hedging policy to cut further costs

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Airlines can structure their hedging in various ways, however, although schemes typically set a price ceiling on their fuel, thereby insulating themselves from potential spikes in fuel prices, often caused by world events.