American airlines are now competing on the quality of their products for business travellers. After United, which last June presented its very innovative Polaris cabNow it's Delta's turn to unveil its new business class. The concept of the suite is unprecedented in that it is the first business cabin to offer a sliding door between each seat. Designed to provide maximum comfort and, above all, real privacy for every passenger, the Delta One suite offers a private space with individual storage units.
"Having set the example by introducing reclining sleeper seats with direct aisle access in 2008, Delta is now further perfecting the international business class experience."said Tim Mapes, the airline's Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. In addition to the sleeper seats, the cocoon also includes a full-height door - another industry first in business class - a memory foam pillow, a universal power socket and a powerful USB port at each seat.
The Delta One suite will be introduced on board with the entry into service of the first Airbus A350s in autumn 2017. Positioned mainly on flights between the United States and Asia, each aircraft will be equipped with 32 suites. After the A350s, the Delta One suite will gradually be extended to the Boeing 777 fleet.
