SriLankan Airlines takes delivery of its second A330-300
View(s):Sri Lanka’s national carrier,SriLankan Airlines, on Friday took delivery of its second Airbus 330-300 which has been named “The City of Sihagiri ” and will be utilised on the major Far Eastern markets of Canton, Shanghai, Beijing and Hong Kong.
This latest wide body A330-300 aircraft with its superior inflight features and comfort, advanced technological features and enhanced fuel efficiency joins SriLankan’s existing all Airbus fleet, the airline said.
SriLankan Airlines, Chief Executive Officer, Kapila Chandrasena said, “The induction of another new A330-300 aircraft in to our fleet within a short span of two months is another testimony for our continuous efforts to modernise our aircraft fleet to deliver a superior flying experience for our valued passengers. We at SriLankan firmly believe the new A330-300s will be successful chapter for us in operational terms, with the most recently acquired aircraft reflecting a strong customer interest and high seat factors on the routes it has been deployed on to date”. SriLankan said that with the latest arrival of a brand new aircraft and another five to follow during the course of 2015, the airline will offer its customers the luxury of completely transformed Business and Economy class cabin interiors.
“In Business Class, plush individual flat-bed seats offering direct aisle access for every passenger, mood lighting that can simulate the Sunset and Sunrise, Night Sky (Star lighting), access to individual PC power sockets and Wi-Fi connectivity offer the discerning business traveller privacy combined with the comfort and luxury essential to help them relax and unwind on a long journey. Travellers in SriLankan Economy class too will have the opportunity to enjoy a similar range of comforts that include In-seat Audio-Video on Demand, access to PC power sockets , Wi-Fi connectivity and Mood lighting, coupled with the traditional warmth and hospitality of SriLankan Airlines’ renowned Inflight service, adding to a truly memorable experience,” the media statement said.