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Air New Zealand<\/a> is introducing what some regard as a game changer for economy passengers who want a good night’s sleep, but travelers are strongly divided on the new feature.<\/p>\n

The airline said travelers will soon be able to book time in its new “Skynest” pods, a first-of-its-kind feature that offers beds for passengers who are not flying in first class.<\/p>\n

The pods will debut on flights between Auckland and New York<\/a>, a route that can last up to 18 hours.<\/p>\n

PASSENGERS REFUSING TO WEAR HEADPHONES ON FLIGHTS COULD BE KICKED OFF AIRCRAFT: ‘IT’S ABOUT TIME’<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Each Skynest includes six individual sleeping pods stacked in a bunk-style layout, allowing passengers to lie flat in a private space separate from their seats.<\/p>\n

In an updated media release, the airline said each pod will include a mattress, pillow, blanket, reading light, ventilation and a privacy curtain, along with charging outlets for devices.<\/p>\n

Passengers will also receive a complimentary kit,<\/a> with items such as an eye mask and earplugs.<\/p>\n

Access to the pods will not be included in the base ticket price, the airline noted.<\/p>\n

FLIGHT PASSENGERS SLAM AIRLINES FOR PUSHING EARLY BAG CHECKS EVEN WITH EMPTY BINS ON BOARD<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Instead, travelers can book a single four-hour session per flight, with prices starting at a whopping $495.<\/p>\n

Fox News Digital reached out to Air New Zealand for comment.<\/p>\n

Travelers quickly flocked to Reddit to share opinions and gripes.<\/p>\n

The main complaint was price.<\/p>\n

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“I’m not sure it’s a terrible idea. Seventeen hours in an economy seat is brutal! An opportunity to spend 4 hours stretched out would be heaven for some travelers,” one commenter said.<\/p>\n

But many thought the price was exorbitant<\/a>.<\/p>\n

“One hundred dollars per hour to sleep. This better be some good sleep<\/a>,” another said, strongly disagreeing.<\/p>\n

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It would “take me at least an hour to fall asleep thinking about how much money it was costing me,” a Reddit user complained.<\/p>\n

“Are people flying economy going to part with their money to lie down for four hours?” another person said.<\/p>\n

At the same time, some travelers said the option could make sense financially compared to more expensive upgrades, noting it may offer a middle-ground alternative between economy and business class.<\/p>\n

The feature builds on the airline\u2019s existing “Skycouch,” which allows passengers to convert a row of seats into a flat surface.<\/p>\n

Other airlines are also exploring similar options.<\/p>\n

Fox Business previously reported that airlines are increasingly focusing on premium and comfort-based offerings<\/a> as they look to boost revenue.<\/p>\n

Carriers like United Airlines have expanded higher-end seating and upgraded cabin features, betting that travelers will continue to pay more for added comfort, particularly on long-haul flights.<\/p>\n

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Bradford Betz of Fox News Digital contributed reporting.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Source – https:\/\/www.foxnews.com\/travel\/airline-unveils-stacked-bunk-bed-pods-backlash-builds-pricey-cramped-way-fly <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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