Qatar Airways in New York switch
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Qatar Airways has switched its operations at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport from Terminal 4 to Terminal 8 as part of the airline’s drive to offer passengers enhanced levels of service.Terminal 8 is one of the airport’s newest and most modern terminals. Qatar Airways currently operates daily scheduled flights between Doha and New York using its flagship Boeing 777 (Extended Range) aircraft in a two-class configuration of 42 seats in Business Class and 293 in Economy.Completed in 2007, Terminal 8 is twice the size of New York’s Yankee Stadium – home to the city’s renowned baseball team. The terminal has 29 gates and 36 jet bridges, dozens of retail and food outlets, and a U.S. Customs and Border Protection facility that can process more than 1,600 passengers an hour. Additionally, Qatar Airways’ Business Class travellers will have access to the Admirals Club Lounge.Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker said: “Qatar Airways passengers will see a wide range of improved benefits from our flights departing and arriving at New York JFK’s Terminal 8. These include a dedicated check-in area, enhanced baggage facilities, as well as a wider selection of restaurants and retail stores.In making this move, Qatar Airways will continue to contract with Swissport for ground services. The decision to continue with Swissport was made after a competitive bidding process.
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