Qantas has announced plans to revamp the cabins of five Boeing 717 aircraft it uses on regional flights.
The aircraft, which are operated by QantasLink, now include a business class cabin and in-flight entertainment for all passengers.
“QantasLink will introduce a full business experience on these aircraft, including market-leading seats, premium food and drinks and exceptional onboard service,” said QantasLink’s executive manager, John Gissing. “We will also be providing individual in-flight entertainment for all customers – both business and economy – and are currently testing the latest technology.
“The continued investment in our fleet shows the commitment and confidence that we have in the Australian domestic market and regional Australia,” he added.
QantasLink will progressively introduce the five aircraft into service from late 2013, after the interior upgrades are completed. The first aircraft will be used on Sydney-Canberra, Brisbane-Canberra and Melbourne-Canberra routes.
QantasLink currently operates a network of 58 destinations across Australia, as well as to Port Moresby, the capital of Papua New Guinea.
