Lufthansa, a German airliner, stated on Wednesday that it will swap its Boeing 747-400 with the world's longest plane – the B747-8, on the Mumbai-Frankfurt route, starting July 15.
After Delhi and Bangalore, Mumbai is the third city in the country to have B747-8 operations.
"We are very pleased to announce the launch of B747-8 service to Mumbai. The introduction of the Queen of the Skies to Mumbai underlines our commitment to provide Indian customers with the best Lufthansa experience worldwide," Lufthansa director for South Asia Wofgang Will stated.
The B747-8 operations to three Indian cities emphasize the importance of aviation market within Lufthansa network, he clarified.
The B747-8 sets new standards of comfort and efficiency and Lufthansa customers will be able to experience its latest in-flight products, such as a classy new business category seat featuring a 6.5 feet long full-flat bed with greatly enhanced sleeping comfort and larger privacy, he said.
The aircraft is configured with 8 first class, 80 business class and 298 economy class seats.
