Edelweiss has officially introduced Switzerland’s first Airbus A350 in a special ceremony at Zurich Airport. The aircraft, named Piz Bernina, is the first of six to join the airline’s fleet, setting new standards in efficiency, comfort, and sustainability.
For the first time, all past and present CEOs of Edelweiss were in attendance, celebrating the milestone. The Airbus A350 offers a 25% reduction in fuel consumption and CO? emissions compared to the Airbus A340-300, with 50% lower noise pollution and an extended flight range.
The aircraft features:
Business Class: 30 lie-flat seats with 19-inch entertainment screens
Economy Max: 63 seats with extra legroom
Economy Class: 246 seats with modern in-flight entertainment, USB power, and panoramic windows 30% larger than previous models
Due to supply chain delays, the first four aircraft will initially operate with minor modifications before undergoing a full cabin transformation starting in late 2026. This revamp will introduce Premium Economy and in-flight Wi-Fi, with the final cabin design to be revealed in November 2025.
The Airbus A350’s first commercial flight will take place on April 1, 2025, from Zurich to Tenerife. Short-haul destinations will follow before long-haul deployment begins in mid-May 2025, starting with Las Vegas.
This post was published on 29 March 2025 00:05
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