Irene King: aviation commentator on Air New Zealand launching 'world-first' economy bunks for long-haul flights

Best of Business · Apr 15, 2026 · 7m · transcript

Air New Zealand’s debuting 'world-first' sleeping pods on ultra long-haul flights in November.

Economy Skynests will be installed on six revamped Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, and open for Economy and Premium Economy passenger bookings next month.

The six pods are laid out bunk bed-style between the two cabins, furnished with mattresses, bedding, ventilation and privacy curtains.

Aviation commentator Irene King joined the Afternoons team to discuss further.

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