Overview
- Jet2, which announced the move Friday, will offer a premium charter on a bespoke 737-800NG with just 76 business-style seats in its first aircraft configured this way.
- The layout cuts capacity from the usual 189 seats, giving at least 43 inches of legroom per seat with upgraded catering clients can tailor.
- Access is limited to charter customers rather than scheduled holiday flights, with Jet2 aiming at sports, music, entertainment and specialist groups.
- Media reports say the aircraft is expected to be available from November, though the airline has not published a detailed schedule.
- The shift tracks a wider trend toward premium options in low-cost travel, illustrated by Wizz Air’s front-row Wizz Class upgrade.