Air France unveils La Première onboard experience
Air France introduced (18-Mar-2025) its new La Première onboard experience, following its debut at Paris CDG in 2024. Developed over three years, key features include:
- La Première suite: A seat and chaise longue that transform into a fully flat 2m by 75cm bed, with an embossed leather headrest, ergonomic padding and an adjacent console for dining or work;
- Each suite offers nearly 3.5 sqm of space, 25% more than the current cabin, enclosed by a floor-to-ceiling curtain for privacy;
- Side suites feature five windows with electric translucent or blackout shades, while centre suites include an electric sliding partition for shared or private travel;
- STELIA Aerospace crafted cabin has been designed together with Design Investment studio and the SGK Brandimage agency;
- Overhead bins replaced with floor level storage, including a sliding drawer for up to two carry on suitcases, a drawer under the chaise longue for footwear, a personal compartment with a backlit mirror for personal belongings, and an individual wardrobe;
- Two 32 inch 4K screens with over 1500 hours of entertainment, noise canceling headphones, Bluetooth connectivity, 110V/220V electrical outlets, USB-A and USB-C ports, wireless charging stations, dedicated holders for smartphones or tablets and free WiFi;
- A wireless touchscreen tablet allows passengers to adjust seating, lighting and entertainment settings;
- Four suites will be progressively introduced on select Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, with the first, 'Épernay', launching in spring to New York JFK, followed by Los Angeles, Singapore and Tokyo Haneda in summer 2025.
La Première is currently available from Paris CDG to Abidjan, Dubai, Los Angeles, Miami, New York JFK, San Francisco, Sao Paulo, Singapore, Tokyo Haneda and Washington DC. [more - original PR]
Background ✨
Air France renewed its collaboration with Michelin-starred chef Emmanuel Renaut for La Première cabin menus during winter 2024/25, available on routes from Paris CDG to various international destinations, including Abidjan, Dubai, and Los Angeles1 2. Additionally, the airline introduced a new airport experience for La Première passengers transiting through Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport from Jul-2024, offering dedicated check-in and private lounges3 4.