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United Airlines has announced its latest in premium international travel with an elevated interior for its new Boeing 787-9 aircraft. The new interior includes new United Polaris Studio Suites, redesigned Polaris suites, expanded premium offerings, and upgraded amenities across all cabins. The first Boeing 787-9 with this new interior is expected to join the fleet by the end of 2025, with the inaugural passenger flights planned for 2026 on routes from San Francisco to Singapore and London. United plans to incorporate the elevated interior on at least 30 aircraft by 2027.
New United 787-9 Aircraft features
The new Boeing 787-9 with the elevated interior will feature a range of seating configurations:
- United Polaris Studio Suites: 8 seats in a 1-2-1 layout
- United Polaris Suites: 56 seats in a 1-2-1 layout
- United Premium Plus: 35 seats in a 2-3-2 layout
- Economy Plus: 33 seats
- Economy: 90 seats
The aircraft will feature free Starlink WiFi connectivity for MileagePlus members, along with Bluetooth connectivity and wireless charging across cabins. Additionally, all Polaris passengers on the new 787-9 aircraft will have access to a new grab-and-go snack bar featuring premium snacks.
United Polaris Snack Bar
United Polaris Studio Suites
United Polaris Studio suites will be positioned in the first two rows of the Polaris cabin. These suites are 25% larger than standard Polaris seats and include privacy doors, a companion ottoman seat, a 27-inch 4K OLED screen, wireless charging, and luxury amenity kits. The suites will also offer Bluetooth connectivity, multiple charging options, and seating configurations ideal for solo travellers and companions. The Studio Suite will also offer exclusive Ossetra caviar and Champagne pairings, upgraded dessert options, and a curated specialty snack box.
United Polaris Studio Suites
United Polaris Studio – Companion Seat
The standard United Polaris seats also see significant enhancements with sliding doors and a 19-inch 4K OLED screen. The United Polaris cabin will continue to offer the popular sundae cart with rotating ice cream flavours and additional topping choices.
New United Polaris Business Class Seat
Elevated Premium Plus and Economy Seats
United Premium Plus seats will now include privacy dividers, wireless charging, and upgraded 16-inch 4K screens. Economy Plus and Economy cabins will feature 13-inch seatback screens, Bluetooth connectivity, and multiple power outlets per row.
Economy passengers will have access to expanded meal choices, including appetizers, desserts, and regional menu options.
Takeaway
United has not shared any plans to retrofit the existing fleet of Polaris cabins, so we can only hope that the rollout of the new 787-9 aircraft is as per the mentioned timeline. The inaugural flight is scheduled for 2026, with 30 aircraft expected to join in 2027. The elevated aircraft design, especially the new United Polaris Studio, looks great, but it will be a while before we can enjoy some of these features in person.
Image Credit: United Airlines
