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extra wide, up to 19.5 inch seat;
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larger, in-arm touch screen video monitor, noise cancelling headset port, and PC power;
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multiport jack with USB ports (A380 only);
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multi-way adjustable headrest and integrated leg rest with fold-out footrest;
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wide centre console with a fixed cocktail table and in-arm meal table; and
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self-service bar (A380 only).
ECONOMY The Qantas A380 offers a new Marc Newson designed seat, manufactured by Recaro, and featuring a sliding base that moves with the seat back to create a more comfortable, ergonomically correct position to aid sleep and eliminate pressure points. The innovative design also includes a foot net, increased knee and shin room between seats and a larger seat back entertainment screen. The main deck Economy cabin is configured in a three-four-three layout and offers four self-service bars. In May 2009, Qantas won the prestigious Design Award of the Year at the Australian International Design Awards for the seat. Economy highlights:
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ergonomic seat with a unique carbon fibre seat back, articulating seat base and flexible front edge;
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concealed in-arm entertainment controller, shared PC power, and USB port;
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literature pocket and water bottle holder;
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multi-way adjustable headrest; and
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mood lighting.
INFLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT The Qantas A380’s state-of-the-art inflight entertainment system is manufactured by Panasonic Avionics Corporation, and offers customers greater choice. A state-of-the-art graphic user interface allows passengers to easily navigate through a vast range of entertainment choices, including on-demand access to over 100 movies, 500 television selections, 1000 audio CDs, 80 PC style games, as well as a selection of 50 audio books and 20 radio channels, Deloitte Leadership Academy, Lonely Planet destination and arrival guides, and language tutorials. USB and PC power ports are also available in all cabins. The aircraft also features an external camera giving a pilot’s eye view of take-off, landing and cruise. Wireless or in-seat access to a range of connectivity options including email and internet will be introduced in 2011 subject to regulatory approval.
FIRST LOUNGES Ahead of the introduction of the A380, new flagship Qantas First Lounges opened in Sydney and Melbourne in May 2007. Designed by Marc Newson, the lounges offer a full concierge service, open kitchen restaurant with menus by Neil Perry, library and complimentary day spa.
MARC NEWSON Australian Marc Newson is one of the most influential designers in the world today. His association with Qantas began with the award-winning Skybed Business sleeper seat in 2003. As Qantas Creative Director, Marc oversees all Qantas product development including aircraft interiors, onboard product and lounges. Marc's designs are part of most major permanent museum collections including the Museum of Modern Art in New York, London's Design Museum, Musée National d'Art Moderne – Centre Georges Pompidou and the Vitra Design Museum.
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