National carrier Vietnam Airlines announced Skytrax has placed it 14th among 20 carriers offering the world’s best premium economy class experience in 2017. 

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Vietnam Airlines among 20 best premium economic class carriers

June 23, 2017 - 17:00

National carrier Vietnam Airlines announced Skytrax has placed it 14th among 20 carriers offering the world’s best premium economy class experience in 2017. 

Vietnam Airlines’ premium economy class passengers can enjoy priority check-in, 40kg baggage, drop-off facility and more spacious accommodation. — Photo vietnamairlines.com
Viet Nam News

HÀ NỘI — National carrier Vietnam Airlines announced Skytrax has placed it 14th among 20 carriers offering the world’s best premium economy class experience in 2017. 

It is part of the World Airline Awards, voted by travellers across the globe under the Skytrax survey, which was announced at the Paris Air Show on June 20. 

This result is based on passenger survey results for the period from August 2016 to May 2017.Vietnam Airlines’ premium economy class seats are currently available for flights to France, the United Kingdom, Germany, Australia and Japan. 

Vietnam Airlines’ premium economy class passengers can enjoy priority check-in, 40kg baggage, drop-off facility and more spacious accommodation. 

In particular, on new airplane models, such as A350 or Boeing 787, the seats are designed with 91-107cm spacing between the two seats. The width of the seat is 46-51cm, resulting in a comfortable journey.

Vietnam Airlines has been listed among the top 50 carriers globally by SkyTrax for the second year in a row.

The awards ran the gamut of 73 categories -- from the best economy class on-board catering to the best airline staff, the best seats and the best cabin cleanliness. — VNS

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