Business Class Information

Business class (also known as executive class or upper class) is a high quality second-tier travel class available on some commercial airlines and rail lines.

Its level of accommodation is higher than economy class and domestic first class but lower than international first class. However, many international airlines offer only business class as the highest level of service Long haul business class seats are substantially different from economy class seats and many airlines have installed "lie flat" seats into business class, whereas previously seats with such a recline were only available in international first class. There are essentially three types of long haul business class seats today. These are listed in ascending order of perceived "quality".

  • Cradle seats are seats with around 160 degrees of recline. The seat pitch of business class seats range from 33-79.5 in (84-202 cm) (usually 55-62 in (140-160 cm)), and the seat size of business class seats range from 17.5-34 in (44-86 cm) (usually 20-22 in (51-56 cm)).
  • Angled lie flat seats recline 176 degrees to provide a flat sleeping surface, but are not parallel to the floor of the aircraft when reclined, making them less comfortable than a bed. Seat pitch typically ranges from 55 to 65 in (140 to 170 cm), and seat width usually varies between 18.0 to 23.0 in (46 to 58 cm).
  • Fully flat seats recline into a flat sleeping surface which is parallel to the floor. Many airlines offer such seats in international first class but retain inferior seating in business class to differentiate the two products and fares.

Herringbone seating is used in some widebody cabins, in which seats are positioned on an angle in order for all seats to have access to an aisle.

Even airlines that do not offer lie flat business class seats offer substantially more leg room in long haul business class compared to the economy section. The appearance of lie-flat seats in business class has made it increasingly difficult for many passengers to justify, either to their employers or themselves, the added expense of an international first class fare. As with first class, all alcoholic beverages are complimentary and meals are of higher quality than economy class.

Economy class passengers are usually not permitted in the business class cabin.

Angled lie flat seats in Business class

Angled lie flat seats in Business class

Cradle seats in business class

Cradle seats in business class

Fully flat seats in business class

Fully flat seats in business class

On a long flight in Business Class cabin you slip into your own world whether you want to work, dine, sleep, or just relax. Get your virtual Business Class experience. You'll find that each world offers a whole new realm of possibilities. BizClass hopes you enjoy your flight.

 

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Business class to any place in the world can be affordable!

 

 

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