Cathay Pacific has introduced its latest business-class seat, the "Aria Suite," at an event held at Hong Kong International Airport. The airline had previously announced plans for this new suite in March 2024 and now plans to implement them on its Boeing 777-300ER aircraft later this year.
According to Nicky Kelvin from The Points Guy, the Aria Suite represents a significant evolution rather than a complete overhaul of Cathay's current business class. The suites maintain a reverse herringbone-style 1-2-1 configuration, ensuring direct aisle access for each seat. This setup is designed to cater to both solo travelers and those traveling with companions.
Privacy is a key feature of the Aria Suites, with high seatback shells, adjustable dividers between center seats, and closing doors shielding passengers from the aisle. Kelvin notes that "doors are an increasingly popular feature of next-generation business-class seats," marking their debut in Cathay Pacific's offerings.