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World’s Best Business Class Airlines 2022

In this article, we look at the Top 20 world’s best business class airlines as per Skytrax. #Skytraxawards #Airlines2022

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Business class is a travel option offered by numerous commercial airlines. A lot of airlines now provide business class as the highest level of service after eliminating first-class seating. In the airline industry, it was originally meant as an intermediate level of service between economy class and first class. It differs from other travel classes in terms of the standard of seats, beverages, food, ground service, and other facilities.

In this article, we look at the Top 20 world’s best business class airlines as per Skytrax.

World’s Best Business Class Airlines 2022

1. Qatar Airways: Qatar Airways has again taken the top prize at the Airline Ratings Awards by securing the prestigious ‘Airline of the Year award in addition to being named ‘Best Airline in the Middle East and also taking home the ‘Best Business Class award. This is the second year running that Qatar Airways has scooped the top prize and the fourth year in a row to take home the ‘Best Business Class award.

2.Singapore Airlines
3.ANA All Nippon Airways
4.Emirates
5.Etihad Airways
6.Cathay Pacific Airways
7.Qantas Airways
8.Japan Airlines
9.Delta Air Lines
10.Virgin Atlantic
11.Turkish Airlines
12.Hainan Airlines
13.Air France
14.EVA Air
15.Gulf Air
16.British Airways
17.Oman Air
18.Air New Zealand
19.Swiss International Air Lines
20.KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

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Sanctions & Engine Issues Ground Half of Russia’s A320neo fleet

Russia’s aviation sector, already strained by Western sanctions, faces another setback as nearly half of its Airbus A320neo family aircraft are grounded due to unresolved engine issues.

This development highlights the growing challenges for russia commercial aircraft in maintaining their fleets under the weight of global restrictions and limited access to spare parts.

Out of the 66 Airbus A320neo and A321neo jets in Russia, 34 are now out of service, according to the Kommersant business newspaper. These planes are powered by engines manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation.

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The engines are affected by a previously identified defect in the metal used for certain parts, prompting accelerated inspections and maintenance.

Sanctions have compounded the issue, blocking the supply of essential components from major manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. Without proper maintenance, experts warn that these aircraft may face decommissioning as early as 2026.

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Airlines like S7, which operates a significant portion of these grounded jets, plan to conserve the engines for future use during peak travel seasons. However, reports suggest that over 20 of S7’s Airbus planes have engines that have already reached the end of their operational lifespan. Recently, russia seeks assistance from kazakhstan’s airlines to bolster its domestic flights.

While some A320neo and A321neo planes in Russia are equipped with French-made LEAP engines, which are seen as less problematic, the challenges remain daunting.

The situation underscores the long-term impact of sanctions on Russia’s aviation sector and the increasing difficulties in keeping its modern fleets operational.