efficiency, to meet the every need of business travellers. Our airline is very proud to repre- sent the Cypriot nation, and with its business class, to display its warm and welcoming spirit. Jean-Emmanuel Hay: Let's come back to the operational efficiency of the A220-300. It's the smallest aircraft produced by Airbus, and it caught your attention, why? Paul Sies: We believe that with a larger air- craft, the business model would have been to make maximum profits in the summer, in anti- cipation of losses in the winter, because
the new demands of air travel. The A220-300 aligns perfectly with Cyprus Airways' vision, doesn't it: finding the ideal balance between passenger comfort and operational efficiency. Paul Sies: With these aircraft, Cyprus Airways is entering a new era in aviation. The A220-300 boasts some remarkable features: unbeatable fuel efficiency, with a 25% reduction in fuel consumption per seat; a streamlined design incorporating the latest technologies; and strong potential in the aviation market to rationalise the 100 to 150 seat aircraft seg- ment. In addition, the A220-300's advanced
Cyprus is a highly seasonal destination. But we know, as do all Cypriot professionals, that the island has the best climate in Europe whatever the season. We're betting that with this smal- ler aircraft and a diversified offer of regular year-round flights at reasonable prices, we'll be able to help boost tourism to Cyprus in win- ter. You have the example of the Canary Islands, which, at a similar distance from the main European capitals, and with a climate comparable to that of Cyprus, attract visitors all year round! There is a lack of knowledge about the destination: we are working with the Minister of Tourism to reposition the island and we think that the French market, in parti- cular, with its visitors keen to discover nature and culture, will give a warm welcome to our Paris-Larnaca route, with several flights a week: a great opportunity for Cypriots to disco- ver Paris and France too! www.cyprusairways.com
features, such as the PW1500G Geared Turbofan engine and aerodynamic optimisa- tion, contribute to a 50% smaller noise foot- print and superior comfort, offering wider seats, larger windows and more storage space. WithCO 2 emissions reduced by 25% compared with previous-generation aircraft, and NOx emissions cut by around 50%, the A220-300 is playing an innovative role in the greener, more sustainable aviation industry.
Jean-Emmanuel Hay: 2023 will also see the introduction of a long-awaited business class...
Paul Sies: Yes, as we develop our business class, we take this opportunity to express our gratitude for the understanding and patience shown by our passengers during this period of transition. Their satisfaction is at the heart of our concerns, and we look forward to offering an experience combining comfort, luxury and
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