The new Air New Zealand inflight product features the revolutionary lie-flat seats for business class passengers –each with direct aisle access; Skycouch options for economy passengers, video screens in every seat and movies on demand; new slimline economy seats; new soft furnishings, refurbished bathrooms and a new food and beverage experience. In addition, a new premium economy service offers additional leg room, more seat recline and in-seat power. The premium economy offering is unique among carriers to and from New Zealand.
The landscape shifted again in July 2014 when Air New Zealand debuted the first 787-9 Dreamliner in Seattle – making history as the first airline to launch the stretch version of Boeing’s new aircraft. The Dreamliner touched down in Auckland on July 11 2014 and began its first scheduled flights in October 2014. As of December 2014, Air New Zealand has two 787-9 aircraft in service with a further nine on firm order.