QATAR AIRWAYS is on the march, again. The Doha-based carrier is re-vamping its image and exterior paint scheme and introducing on its yet to be delivered Airbus A340-600 what is the only dedicated onboard first class lounge flying today. It features a stand-up bar with drinks rack and spotlight mood lighting as well as cream leather sofas that can seat up to six passengers. Lampshades are positioned on two teak wooden tables, whilst the windows feature a special additional aspect, electronically operated window shades. The general ambience of the lounge is one of comfort and relaxation with Qatar Airways strong burgundy corporate colours evident in the curtains, carpets and furniture. The airline says other innovations are on the way. Qatar has ordered ten A340-600s with deliveries beginning this summer over a two-year period. The aircraft is designed to operate long haul flights from Doha to Europe, United States, Far East and Australia. (Before readers email the editor, it may be splitting hairs but the Virgin Atlantic airborne bar is a bar, and Upper Class is J class rather than F). The old upstairs bars on the 747s have gone.
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