Introduction to the Upgrade

Singapore Airlines is making headlines with its substantial investment of over $800 million to upgrade the world’s longest flight, which operates between New York and Singapore. This improvement includes the introduction of a new first class cabin on its seven Airbus A350-900ULR aircraft, significantly enhancing onboard comfort for passengers embarking on this impressive 19-hour journey.

Details of the Cabin Revamp

The new first class cabin is designed with meticulous attention to customer preferences, as noted by Goh Choon Phong, the Chief Executive Officer of Singapore Airlines. The airline has spent the last six years engaging with customers to ensure that the revamped long-haul cabin products meet evolving expectations. This effort has resulted in a design that epitomizes comfort, luxury, and modernity.

Timeline and Future Expectations

Passengers can look forward to experiencing the upgraded cabins starting in the second quarter of 2026, with the entire retrofit projected to be completed by the end of 2030. The revamped fleet will feature 42 business class seats, 24 premium economy seats, and 192 economy seats on the A350-900 long-haul aircraft while the A350-900ULR will offer four first class seats, 70 business class seats, and 58 premium economy seats. Despite the anticipation, further details regarding the new seats are yet to be disclosed.