Delta Air Lines became the first North American operator of the Airbus A350 aircraft, continuing its ongoing effort to transform the travel experience and deliver innovative products and service for its customers.

The 306-seat A350-900 aircraft redefines the international onboard experience with the Delta One suite and Delta Premium Select cabin. It’s the first long-haul aircraft to feature next generation 2Ku internet connectivity. The aircraft is scheduled to fly primarily on routes across the Pacific, to Tokyo Narita (NRT), Seoul (ICN) and Beijing (PEK).

“The A350 sets a new standard of flying experience for our customers, representing years of product innovation as Delta continues to transform into a leading global carrier,” said Ed Bastian, chief executive officer, Delta. “Our new flagship A350 fits well in Delta’s long-haul network, combining an exceptional customer experience with strong operating economics and fuel-efficient as we retire older, less-efficient aircraft.”

Delta One suites will offer customers a private, personal experience with a full-height door at all of the 32 suites for enhance privacy and comfort. Each suite will include a full flat-bed seat with direct aisle access, more personal stowage and large in-flight entertainment screens.

In the new Delta Premium Select cabin, travelers can enjoy more personal space with up to 38 inches of pitch, 19 inches of width and 7 inches of recline along with an adjustable leg rest and headrest. Travelers can find free seatback in-flight entertainment on HD screens, in-seat power ports at every row, high-capacity overhead bins and next generation 2Ku internet connectivity.

The enhancements are part of the airline’s multibillion-dollar investment in the customer experience that includes a cabin modernization program featuring new seats, seatback entertainment systems with free entertainment, high-capacity overhead bins, access to WiFi on all flights, free Main Cabin meals on select flights, upgraded free Main Cabin snacks, Delta One chef-curated meals, a seasonal wine program, an Alessi-designed collection of serviceware in Delta One and first class and more.

The long-range A350 will operate on long-range routes between the United States and Asia. With lightweight airframes and fuel-efficient Rolls Royce Trent XWB engines, the jets will generate a 20 percent improvement in operation cost per seat compared to the Boeing 747-400 aircrafts.