Air New Zealand, the flagship carrier of New Zealand is a name
identical with luxury. The carrier operates service to 27 domestic and
29 international destinations across continents. The airline offers
tickets in economy, premium economy, business, and first class.
The airline comprises premium economy class on its 777-200 and 747
series aircrafts. This class offers the customers more leg space and
large seat pitch. Seat pitch on 777-200s is 41 inches while on 747s it
varies between 38 and 40 inches. Customers can even enjoy 50% more
recline than their co-passengers in the economy class. The seats are
also equipped with in-built power and bottle storage nets.
On long haul flights, passengers can get to taste the best of Kiwi
cuisine onboard. The airline has carefully designed the menu for
passengers traveling on premium economy flights with the carrier. In
consultation with the chefs, the airline has prepared a list of
delicacies to be savored up in the air. Best of New Zealand wines
compliment the meals and accentuate the dining experience. Even the
crockery and cutlery is exclusively designed. This class also includes a
self-service refreshment bar.
Customers also get unlimited access to more than 580 hours of on-demand
entertainment on their personal 8.4-inch monitors. The noise cancelling
headsets simply enhance the experience. One can choose from an
assortment of videos, audios, movies, TV programs, and CD collections.
The airline has carefully charted special leisure activities to
entertain the young ones.
However, the customers can get to feel these privileges much ahead of
boarding their planes as the airline offers premium check-ins for
passengers at the airport.