Singapore Airlines says they are going to start the longest flight in the world on October 11. However, the flight will be operated regularly since 19 October. The plane will take approximately 19 hours to travel 15,000 kilometers from Singapore to New York.
Qatar Airlines is currently operating the world's longest flight. The flight from Doha to Auckland crosses the distance of approximately 14,000 kilometers.
Singapore Airlines reviewing various technical issues for connecting Singapore to New York on a 20-hour flight. For this reason, their new Airbus A350-900 ULR (Ultra Long range) is being prepared.
Singapore Airlines has completed its test flight on Monday 23 April.
Earlier, Singapore Airlines had a flight on this route. But at that time the route was not a suitable operating plane. Airbus A380 started the first commercial activity on the way. Then it was closed. The flight will be restarted with the Airbus A350-900 ULR.
Airbus planes are being specially made for the longest route in the world. It has 67 Business Class and 94 Premium Economy Class seats.
The airline authorities said the aircraft's ceiling has a higher and sensitive LED lamp than before. Also, the edges of the edges are not like tubes, almost straight. As a result, the passengers will feel like the room. Besides, its sound is very low and the windows are bigger than before, the passengers are expected to benefit from the airline authorities.