British Airways will design a new first class cabin for some of its aircraft on international routes. The airline hopes to impress with a new blend of luxury and comfort.
The remodeled first class cabin will be first available some time in the middle of 2026. This remodeling will take place on select Airbus A380s.
Get Cozy with the British Airways First Class Cabin
British Airways has unveiled a new first class suite for certain Airbus A380 aircraft. This remodeling is part of a £7 billion reconstruction plan that aims to update cabins, seating, technology, and lounges where customers spend their time during travels.
The first of the A380s are expected to be remodeled in mid-2026. Currently, A380s are used on routes that connect London, England with Miami, Dallas, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. A screenshot from British however also suggests the A380 may also fly to New York in the future.
Those that purchase first class seating also have access to the First Wing lounge at Heathrow Airport.
In the new first class cabin, each customer will get his or her own private space featuring a 36.5-inch wide leather seat made with materials from Europe’s finest suppliers. The seat also converts into a 79-inch flat bed for sleeping.
Each seat has a tablet with options where customers can order meals, ask for service, adjust the window blinds, or toggle on the new ‘do not disturb’ functionality. The seat features a 32-inch screen with 4K resolution.
A divider separates adjacent first class spaces. If you are traveling with a companion, you can slide down the dividers and fold out a table to create a dining environment.
If you prefer total privacy, the space also includes a ‘cocooned’ 60-inch wall that can enclose the space.
Luxury the British Way
The interior of the new first class cabin is said to be very sleek and relaxing. Elements of textured brown imitate wood to invoke comfort and relaxation. The dark gray furnishings provide the space with timelessness and modernity.
The new British Airways first class cabin also includes the following amenities:
- Mood lightning with different settings for dining, movie-watching, and relaxing.
- A phone holder to keep your smartphone secured, within reach, and charged using a wireless charger.
- Hidden storage compartments that neatly store luggage bags, coats, and other belongings.
- Sound-dampening acoustic panels to suppress noises from outside the space.
British Airways CCO Calum Laming gave his remarks in the press release regarding the upcoming first class offerings:
“We’re incredibly proud to launch the next era of First that pushes the boundaries of comfort, luxury and modernity, taking into consideration customer preferences and expectations to the finest detail…We truly believe we offer a winning combination in delivering an extraordinary experience for our customers.”
The press release states that customer feedback was a vital part in many decisions made in the new A380 first class space.
