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Turkish Airlines to launch Next-Gen “Crystal” Business Class Suite

Turkish Airlines is set to redefine luxury air travel with the introduction of its next-generation business class suite, codenamed “Crystal,” slated for release in 2025. These luxurious private suites will first be introduced on the Boeing 777 fleet, with plans to expand to Airbus A350-1000 jets in the future. According to a report from the executive traveler.

The highly anticipated reveal of the Crystal business class is scheduled for May 28 at the prestigious Aircraft Interiors Expo show in Hamburg. Turkish Airlines Chairman, Professor Ahmet Bolat, confirmed the exclusive details during an interview in Melbourne, following the inaugural flight from Istanbul.

The Crystal Suites will feature private compartments with sliding doors, offering passengers an intimate and secluded space to relax and work during their journey. Boasting a 1-2-1 configuration, each seat will provide direct aisle access, ensuring maximum convenience for travelers.

With a 1-2-1 configuration, each seat will provide direct aisle access, ensuring a seamless travel experience. Initially, the new business class product will be retrofitted on Turkish Airlines’ existing Boeing 777-300ERs, which comprise 33 aircraft in the fleet. Additionally, the Crystal Suites will be installed on the ultra-long-range Airbus A350-1000 jets scheduled to operate non-stop flights to Sydney and Melbourne from late 2026.

While there are no firm plans to retrofit the new seats on existing Boeing 787-9s or Airbus A350-900s, Turkish Airlines remains committed to providing exceptional service to its passengers. The airline will also offer fast, free WiFi to all passengers starting in 2025, further enhancing the travel experience. Turkish Airlines continues to solidify its position as a leading global carrier, offering unparalleled luxury and convenience to travelers worldwide.

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Boeing Resumes 737 MAX Manufacturing After Seven-Week Strike

In a crucial move for its recovery, Boeing has restarted production of its best-selling 737 MAX jetliner, about a month after a significant seven-week strike involving 33,000 factory workers came to an end.

This marks a key milestone for the planemaker, which has been facing considerable challenges in recent years, including heavy debt and a series of setbacks.

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According to the report from Reuters, Boeing resumed the production of the 737 MAX jetliner last week, a pivotal step as the company aims to meet the growing global demand for air travel. With over 4,200 orders from airlines, Boeing’s ability to get the 737 MAX production line back in motion is vital for its financial recovery.

Although Boeing had previously planned to restart production earlier, the company faced numerous obstacles that delayed this process. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) head Mike Whitaker told Reuters on Thursday that while Boeing had not yet resumed production, they had plans to restart by the end of the month.

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The road to this point has been rocky for Boeing. Setbacks such as the tragic fatal crashes of the 737 MAX, the COVID-19 pandemic, ongoing supply chain issues, production safety concerns, and increased regulatory scrutiny have all contributed to delays in the company’s efforts to ramp up production.

The seven-week strike, which involved thousands of Boeing’s factory workers, added yet another hurdle. Despite these challenges, production of the 737 MAX officially resumed on Friday, according to one of the anonymous sources.

Boeing, however, declined to comment on the matter. The planemaker is now focused on reaching its goal of producing 56 737 MAX airplanes per month, a target that has been delayed due to the many issues that have beset the company over the past few years.