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"Once again Etihad is proud to be leading the aviation industry with the introduction of our advanced fleet of aircraft. Each aircraft has been designed and built to our unique specifications which will ensure our Guests are always afforded our superior standards of hospitality and comfort. This latest arrival means that 80 percent of our fleet is brand new,"
said Geert W Boven.
Etihad made history in 2004 when it placed an order for $8billion for 29 new Airbus and Boeing aircraft, the largest order for a new airline.
Among the aircraft to have arrived in Abu Dhabi so far, are ten A330-200s which form the back-bone of the fleet, and five Boeing 777-300 ERs.
The most exciting addition to the fleet is expected in 2008 when Etihad takes delivery of four of the double-decker A380-800s, which can carry 555 Guests in a 3 zone configuration.
Etihad will operate the A340-500 on its new daily service between Abu Dhabi and New York which is launched on 26 October.
New York is the Abu Dhabi-based airline's 35th Guest destination, ensuring Etihad maintains its position as one of the world's fastest growing airlines linking destinations in the east and the west.
The Diamond zone seat on the A340-500 sets new industry benchmarks as it can rotate 180 degrees, enabling Guests to hold meetings, dine and converse with one another in the Diamond zone's luxurious surroundings.
"Each zone on board the new A340-500 offers Guests the very highest levels of comfort. With our new advanced fleet and product, it is unsurprising that Etihad has twice been awarded the prestigious title of being the world's leading new airline," continued Boven.
The A340-500 is configured with two aisles and can carry 240 Guests with 12 in Diamond, 28 in Pearl and 200 in Coral zone.
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Posted by Anne-Birte Stensgaard, Senior News Editor
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