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Air New Zealand will offer six Economy Skynest bunk beds—each with a mattress, bedding, privacy curtain, reading light, charging ports and an amenity kit—on its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. The four-hour sleeping sessions, priced at $495, will be available on the JFK–Auckland route from November as the airline expands its ultra-long-haul comfort options; bookings open May 18 for flights starting in November.
Alaska Airlines announces a new nonstop flight between Seattle and Rome, starting this fall, using a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, enhancing international connectivity from Seattle and expanding its global gateway offerings.
American Airlines plans to add new long-haul destinations in 2025 and 2026 with the delivery of new Boeing 787-9 aircraft. Speculation suggests that the airline may resume service to Hong Kong and launch service to Singapore. However, American Airlines faces challenges in these markets due to competition from Asian carriers and the lack of a joint venture partner. Other potential destinations include Seoul, Kuala Lumpur, Beijing, Guangzhou, Manila, Istanbul, and Casablanca. The airline aims to find profitable routes for its long-haul aircraft while leveraging its strength as a domestic airline.