Doha
Qatar Airways will introduce a second Airbus A380 aircraft on the London Heathrow-Doha route from July 1.
It will replace the A330 that currently operates the sector.
The arrival of the second A380 on the Doha-London service reinforces Qatar Airways’ presence in the UK, with six flights a day between the two cities in addition to daily direct services from Doha to Edinburgh from May and double-daily services to Manchester, according to a statement.
Flight QR002 will depart Heathrow at 9.30pm and arrive in Doha at 6.10am the following day. Flight QR001 departs Doha at 12.35pm and arrives at London Heathrow at 5.55pm the same day.
Featuring a tri-class configuration of first, business and economy class seating over two decks, the Qatar Airways A380 is designed to offer the airline’s signature service and in-flight entertainment. There are a total of 517 seats, with eight in first class, 48 in business class and 461 seats in economy class.
First class passengers benefit from a 90-inch seat pitch, 180-degree flat-beds and 26-inch LCD TV screens, while business class passengers experience a 52-inch seat pitch with 80-inch, 180-degree flat-beds and 17-inch touchscreen monitors.
In economy class, the onboard experience is enhanced with 10.6-inch entertainment screens and seats with a seven-inch recline.
Richard Oliver, UK and Ireland country manager, said: “We are delighted to be able to offer a second A380 service from London Heathrow to Doha in response to an increase in demand from our passengers. Offering two convenient departure times from London Heathrow on the A380 will increase both choice and convenience. We look forward to welcoming passengers on board to experience our five-star service.”
Awarded Best Business Class for two consecutive years by industry audit Skytrax, the airline provides a premium travel experience for passengers, the statement adds.
