Qatar Airways is scheduled to put into service two more Airbus A330s over the coming months. The airline received its third A330 this month and that it would take delivery of the fourth A330-200 in March. The additional of the two A330s brings the Qatar Airways fleet to 22. By the end of 2004, Qatar Airways is expected to have a fleet or more than 35 aircraft.
The A330s come with flat beds in First Class, which recline 180 degrees with privacy panels for total comfort and relaxation. In Business Class the airline installed sleeper seats, which recline to 160 degrees, which come with independent lumbar support and a foot massage bar.
All passengers on the A330s will be able to watch movies and short programs on their own individual screen. In First and Business Class, passengers will be able to choose from 21 video channels. Economy Class passengers will be able to choose from 17 video channels.
There are personal telephones in First and Business Class and cordless phones in all the classes on the A330s. PC power outlets have been installed in all the First and Business Class seats. — (menareport.com)
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