TAP Portugal signs agreement to become first operator of A330neo with Airspace by Airbus cabin

TAP Portugal announced (06-Apr-2016) the carrier signed an agreement with Airbus to become the inaugural operator of both the new A330neo and Airspace by Airbus cabin when the aircraft enter service around the end of 2017. In 2015, TAP placed a large fleet renewal order with Airbus, which included 14 A330-900neos. TAP CCO Trey Urbahn stated: "We are extremely proud to be the first airline to fly the Airspace by Airbus cabin in the new A330neo" adding: "Our passengers and flight-crews eagerly look forward to experiencing this innovative new cabin design. Furthermore, the Airspace cabin represents an exciting and flexible canvas onto which we can project the TAP brand". TAP's Airspace cabin design will include a new welcome area, mood LED-based lighting system with 16.7 million possible colour variations, larger overhead bins, new contemporary lavatories, and latest-generation IFE and connectivity. Airspace cabin ambiance ensures passenger's wellbeing, while the signature details and iconic elements will be recognisable throughout the cabin. Airbus VP Marketing Francois Caudron stated "We are delighted to confirm that TAP will become the first airline to introduce the Airspace by Airbus cabin in the A330neo" adding, Developed with passengers at heart and airlines in mind, Airspace encompasses four pillars: comfort, ambience, services, and design, and will ensure that Airbus cabins continue to be the benchmark in passenger experience and airline value." [more - original PR]