Emirates unveiled refurbishments for its Boeing 777-200LR aircraft. The refurbishment includes wider seats in a 2-2-2 configuration, with 38 business-class and 264 economy-class seats. The business-class seats are two inches wider than before, with the latest color palette. Business class also offers travelers touchscreen seat controls, an in-flight entertainment system with larger screens, personal lighting options, electronic window shades, privacy panels, shoe storage, a footrest, a personal minibar and social area with snack and beverage self-service. The economy-class seats also feature the new color palette, with full leather headrests and flexible headrest panels.

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the first Emirates destination where the refurbished aircraft is set to appear.

“Emirates will invest over $150 million to refresh the 10 existing 777-200LR aircraft in its fleet. We’re very pleased to bring the first of our newly renovated 777-200LR aircraft to Fort Lauderdale, enabling Floridians and sun-seekers alike to experience the ultimate luxury during long-haul flights,” said Matthias Schmid, senior vice president, North America, Emirates. “Fort Lauderdale is Emirates’ second destination in Florida, after launching Orlando in 2015. Bringing our latest enhanced in-flight experience to Fort Lauderdale shows our continued commitment to highlight a unique product and award-winning service to passengers flying to and from South Florida to our home in Dubai and onwards to more than 150 global destinations.”

“Once again, Emirates has put its customers first with the reconfiguration of its Boeing 777 to enhance the customer experience. Congratulations to one of the world’s premier airlines and its continued success and growth at FLL”, said Mark Gale, CEO, director of aviation, Fort Lauderdale International Airport.