TAP Air Portugal has taken delivery of the world's first new generation widebody A330neo and, as the launch airline, will be the first to benefit from the aircraft's unbeatable operating economics, increased range, and Airbus' new Airspace cabin offering passengers the best in class comfort. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines. The Portuguese carrier will take delivery of a further 20 A330-900s in the coming years.
TAP Air Portugal's first A330-900 is leased from Avolon. It features 298 seats in a comfortable three-class lay-out with 34 full-flat business class, 96 economy plus and 168 economy class seats. The Airspace by Airbus cabin offers more personal space, larger overhead storage bins, advanced cabin lighting and the latest generation in-flight entertainment system and connectivity. The aircraft will be deployed on routes from Portugal to the Americas and Africa.
