[Aditya]

Qantas Airways Limited, the flag carrier of Australia, has announced a new launch date for the world's first direct flight between Sydney and London, now set to take off in the first half of 2027. The flight will span over 20 hours and cover a distance of 17,015 km

With its launch, this will become the longest non-stop passenger flight in the world. Currently, the record is held by Singapore Airlines' direct service from Singapore to New York, which covers approximately 15,300 km in around 18.5 hours.

Qantas will introduce 12 brand-new Airbus A350-1000 aircraft. The usual seating capacity of 300 will be reduced to 238 to allow for more legroom.

Business class will feature a 25-inch-wide seat that converts into a 6-foot-5-inch bed

Each private suite includes 3-foot-9-inch-high walls and a sliding door, with an 18-inch screen for in-flight entertainment.

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