In the aviation world, ‘First Class’ has now taken the form of luxurious ‘Private Suites’. Future designs are adding floor-to-ceiling doors, separate full-size beds for sleeping, and even private bathrooms. Despite engineering challenges, airlines are competing to provide passengers with an ‘ultra-luxury’ experience by compromising on weight and fuel efficiency. According to experts, airlines now want to provide a private jet-like experience in commercial flights to attract high-net-worth passengers. Airlines want to provide a private jet-like experience in commercial flights so that high-net-worth passengers come A New Standard of Privacy and Suites Emirates has introduced floor-to-ceiling doors and virtual windows in Boeing 777 Suites, which use high-definition camera technology. The seats feature NASA-inspired ‘zero-gravity’ technology, which reduces body pressure and creates a sensation of weightlessness. In-Suite Bathroom Offering Emirates President Sir Tim Clark has indicated plans to add a fully private bathroom in every suite for future Boeing 777X aircraft, which will be a step ahead of the current shared shower spa. Touchless and Smart Control Companies like Qatar Airways and Emirates are now providing passengers with the facility to control suite lighting and temperature from their smartphones or tablets. Personal Space – One Suite, Multiple Rooms Airlines are providing space for different activities within a single suite. Etihad Airways – ‘The Residence’ features a separate living room, bedroom with double bed, and a private shower facility. Singapore Air. – A380 Suites have separate recliners and foldable beds, to give passengers a home-like experience. Lufthansa – Suite Plus features allow 2 passengers to sit together. Seats can be converted into a large bed. Japan Air. – New A350-1000 features in-seat stereo technology, allowing music to be heard without headphones. Post navigation Trade body pinpoints big loophole in India’s quality check-related rules:How a small nut can screw up the entire Make in India program? Samsung Electronics’ market value crosses $1 trillion:Becomes Asia’s 2nd company to achieve feat; shares quadruple due to AI chip demand