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Does aircraft age matter?

When boarding a flight, most passengers are more concerned about their seat assignment, potential bad neighbours or inflight entertainment (IFE) than the age of the aircraft they are flying on.

However, the age of an aeroplane can significantly impact the flight experience, not to mention operational efficiency and environmental sustainability.

PASSENGER EXPERIENCE

Newer aircraft typically offer better amenities, such as larger and more comfortable seats, more storage, advanced IFE systems and enhanced connectivity.

Obviously, the aviation industry has come a long way from when flying was a loud, cold and unsettling adventure, where passengers experienced more physiological issues such as tiredness and dehydration.

New technology aircraft like the Airbus A350 long-haul jet, which is popular with airlines around the world including Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines and soon Qantas, have been designed to leave all that behind. These aircraft offer enhanced passenger comfort with features like higher cabin pressure and

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