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While I’ve already had the chance to fly with Etihad’s A330 Business Class and the new Business Studios in the B787, the Etihad Boeing 777 Business Class was somehow always left out. In June I finally had the chance to cross that off my todo list and experience the 777 from Singapore to Abu Dhabi on my own.

Etihad Boeing 777 Business Class: The Cabin

After a short stop at Etihad’s contracted SATS Premier Club Lounge (OK, but nothing outstanding) the boarding began quite quickly. As usually with Etihad, boarding was done by status groups – so First/Business/Status Guests were allowed to enter the plane first. I was welcomed quite nicely, and led to my seat in Etihad’s Boeing 777 Business Class with a smile.

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The cabin looks pretty familiar though when you’re used to Etihad’s Business Class in the A330: the seats are arranged in a 1-2-1 configuration and offer a great level of privacy for both couples and single travellers. Especially when considering the width of the 777 (wider than the A330 and B787) Etihad is one of the very few airlines that does not field a 2-2-2 configuration – even though this would result in more seats to sell. Just as a thought: Emirates even has a 2-3-2(!) Business Class in their Boeing 777s.

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In contrast to Etihad’s A330 Business Class, the 777 features overhead bins also in the center of the plane. This negatively affects the spaciousness of the plane’s interior, but it still feels good. Depending on the configuration, the Business Cabin has a different length; in my case from SIN to AUH it was 7 rows á 4 seats each. The rows are not staggered, but the privacy level is still great – especially in the rows A & K. Beige and brown tones dominate the cabin, plus the copper/bronze highlights here and there.Even though a few brighter options would’ve been nice in my opinion, the overall look of the cabin has a classy feel to it.

Etihad Boeing 777 Business Class: The Seat

As usual I booked one of the “true” window seats in row “A”. I love looking out the window, and the privacy in that row is just great. Obviously, all seats in Etihad’s 777 Business Class can be converted into lie-flat beds.

Below the screen you’ll find an ottoman that can also be used as a foot rest in the “relax position” of the seat. That’s also where you can store your shoes.

On the right side is the table:

You’ll also find the control panel for the seat and for the in-flight-entertainment on that side. Your seat can be changed exactly to your liking, or by using the three presets (upright, relax, bed):

Above that you’ll find the typical Etihad Al-Ain water bottle 😉

The Etihad flyers among my readers might have realized by now: the Business Class in the Boeing 777 is mostly the same as the one in the A330s. The seat is the same, just the cabin has some small differences (because it’s Boeing instead of Airbus). If you’ve flown the Etihad A330 before and enjoyed it, you’ll also like the experience in the 777. Only the Etihad Business Studios in the Boeing 787 are another step forward in terms of space and quality.

Etihad Boeing 777 Business Class: The Service

First things first: the Etihad crew on this flight was outstanding. I’ve mentioned a few times that Etihad cabin crews can be hit or miss, but this one was excellent. Before the start Etihad offers a pre-departure drink. As I was on my way back from holidays, champagne seemed to be the right choice:

This is always followed by a hot towel service, served on a silver platter instead of just getting a hot towel in your hand.

Today’s food and drink menu was already waiting for me at my seat when boarding:

Some minutes before departure the flight attendant came by, so I could choose my dinner service for this flight. With the “Dine Anytime” system I could’ve chosen to dine at any point in time during the flight, but I was hungry already and ordered dinner right after takeoff. After takeoff, she came back with some warm nuts and another glass of champagne to start the dinner service:

I (again) chose the Arabic Mezze for my appetizer. This time they tasted a bit too sour and different from how they usually tasted.

The flight attendant also brought a fresh breadbasket:

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I chose the seafood noodles as my main, which was “a great choice” according to my flight attendant:

She was right: even though the dish looks simple, it tasted great. Prawns and scallops were cooked perfectly, and I’d rather have something tasty and simple instead of something complex but bland.

I chose to have the cheese plate afterwards, but it was a bit disappointing compared to the high standards Etihad normally has. It tasted well, but just looked and felt a bit too old and dried out.

Another highlight at the end: a wonderful lemon tarte.

After that good (but not perfect) dinner service I put my seat in the lie-flat mode and rested for a few hours. The bed is long and wide enough for my taste, so I got some good hours of sleep until we landed in Abu Dhabi.

Conclusion: Etihad Boeing 777 Business Class

While most airlines nowadays try to cramp as many seats in their Business Class as possible, Etihad does the opposite: their Boeing 777 Business Class with its 1-2-1 configuration offers a lot space, a lot of privacy and a lot of comfort. The hard product with the well-known Etihad seat is excellent, the soft product and catering as well. Even though the new Etihad Business Studios in the 787 are even a level above, the classic 777 Etihad product ist still ahead of most competitors.

Etihad Airways operates 2 versions of Boeing 787-9. This airplane is used during long-haul flights.

First version is the most common among to versions operated by Etihad Airways.

This airplane may accommodate 231 passengers in three classes: first, business and economy.

First two rows offer 8 closed suited of the first class. These seats have 180 degree recline. Location of the galleys and lavatories in front may cause discomfort to passengers of the seats of the 1st row.

For passengers traveling with babies the seats 2D and 2G offer bassinet locations.

Behind the seats of the first class 28 flat bed seats of business class are located. These seats are divided into two sections. First section contains 8 seats. The noise from the galleys and lavatories located behind the seats of the 6th row will represent problem for passengers of these seats.

The second section of business class seats is located behind exit row. This section consists of 4 rows of seats. The only disadvantage of the seats of the 7th row is close location of the galleys.

Passengers with infants are often seated on the seats of the 10th row as they have bassinet locations.

Economy class consists of 195 standard seats. Most of these seats have 3-3-3 configuration. Economy class seats are separated from each other with exit row. First section contains 8 rows of seats. Because of the bulkhead position the legroom of the seats of the 15th row is limited. Also these seats have no floor storage during take-off and landing. These seats are intended first of all for passengers travelling with infants as they offer bassinet locations.

The only disadvantage of the seats of the 22nd row is proximity of the lavatories and galleys.

The second section of economy class seats has 15 rows of seats. Passengers of the seats 23DEG, 24ABC and 24HJK will take advantage of extra legroom. However, other passengers tend to congregate in the area of these seats while waiting to visit lavatories. The seats 23DEG have bassinet locations.

Missing windows make the seats 35A and 35K bad seats.

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Location of the galleys and lavatories behind will cause discomfort to passengers of the seats of the 36th and 37th rows. Also the seats 36ABC, 36HJK and 37DEG are less reclining than standard that is why these seats are considered bad seats.

The second version of Boeing 787-9 is a two-class version of the airplane.

The seats of the first seven rows, i.e. the seats of the rows 5-11, are the seats of pearl business class. There are totally 28 flat bed seats here. These seats have 180 degree recline. The noise from the galley and lavatories located in front may cause discomfort to passengers of the seats of the 5th row. Missing windows make the seats 9C and 9H bad seats. Proximity of the galleys is the main disadvantage of the seats of the 11th row.

Behind the exit row 271 seats of the economy class are located. These seats have 6 inches recline.

Economy class seats are divided into 2 sections. First section contains 16 rows of seats that have 3-3-3 configuration. Passengers traveling with infants are often seated on the seats of the 15th row because these seats have bassinets. Because of the position of the bulkhead these seats have limited space for passengers’ legs. Among other disadvantages: proximity of the galleys, reduced width of the seats and lack of floor storage during take-off and landing.

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Lavatories located behind are the main disadvantage of the seats of the 30th row.

Second section of economy class seats is located behind the exit row. This section has 15 rows of seats.

Thanks to the exit row located in front the seats of the 31st row offer extra legroom. Passengers tend to gather in the area of these seats in order to visit lavatories thus causing discomfort to passengers of these seats. As the tray tables are built-in the armrests the width of these seats is reduced a little. Protrusion of the exit doors inside restricts extra legroom of the seats 31A and 31K a little. The seats 31DEG offer bassinets for passengers traveling with infants,.

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Galleys and lavatories located at the tail of the airplane will cause discomfort to passengers of the following seats: 43C, 43H, 44AC, 44D, 44G, 44HK and 45DEG. Being the last row of the airplane the seats 45DEG may be less reclining or not reclining at all. That is why these seats are considered bad seats.

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