British Airways has unveiled details of a retrofit across its fleet of A380 aircraft as part of a multi-billion pound investment.
The airline claims it is ‘one of the most extensive cabin refurbishment programmes ever undertaken by an airline’.
The retrofitted aircraft will feature all-new First, Business (pictured), Premium Economy and Economy cabins, with brand-new seats.
Passengers can also expect larger in-flight entertainment screens, new amenity kits, dining and bedding, alongside redesigned galleys and stairways.
The first completed A380 is expected to enter service in the coming months.
Elsewhere, BA is upgrading its Heathrow Airport lounges, with a redeveloped Arrivals lounge set to open at the end of 2027 followed by a new lounge at Terminal 5 C Gates at the end of 2028.
Lounge redevelopments are also underway in Boston and Newark, with Geneva and San Francisco to follow next year
Meanwhile, First customers will get a new check-in experience at Heathrow Terminal 3 this winter, developed in collaboration with its oneworld partner American Airlines.
Chairman and CEO Sean Doyle said: “This is a major milestone for British Airways and the future of our A380 fleet, marking one of the most significant transformations we’ve ever undertaken on any aircraft.
“We’ve completely reimagined the customer experience, introducing new and updated seats in every cabin, all carefully considered to deliver greater comfort and an elevated customer experience.
“At the heart of the transformation is our brand-new First suite, but this investment goes far beyond a single cabin. From redesigned interiors and upgraded dining to new amenities and service delivery, every detail has been thoughtfully designed with our customers front and centre, helping them to have a more seamless and memorable experience when they fly with us.”
