Meeting News - December 17, 2007 - (Page 28)

Air France I n n ovat i o n s i n a i r t r ave l ADVERTISEMENT W improve hub operations. ith service to more than 130 destinations in the United States and featuring more than 200 transatlantic flights, Air France is dedicated to serving the needs of the U.S. group market. Whether you are planning a corporate meeting or incentive to one of the many destinations in its global network, Air France’s dedicated staff are ready to assist you. In spring 2009, Air France will be the first European airline to operate the wide-bodied A380 aircraft. The A380s, powered by four GP 7200-type engines—specially developed by Engine Alliance—are the most environmentally advanced aircraft of their generation in terms of fuel consumption and gas and noise emissions. To prepare for integration of these new aircraft into its fleet operations plan, Air France completed a Paris-Montreal round trip in November 2007. A number of the manufacturer and air- Air France Expands Hub The Air France hub at Paris-Charles de Gaulle is undergoing expansive renovation and expansions. Inaugurated in June 2007, the S3 boarding complex is the first phase in a series of innovations that will significantly The entire boarding satellite will be finalized this year with a capacity to handle 8.5 million passengers annually. Terminals now feature TBE, a new integrated baggage-sorting system able to handle 15,600 items of baggage per hour. Eighteen security checkpoints have been established, some of which have been equipped with priority lanes for passengers with tight connections and those with special needs. By winter 2009, there will be 10 gates for long-haul aircraft and seven gates for medium-haul aircraft. A second boarding satellite for terminal 2E will debut in 2012 with the ability to handle 7.2 million passengers annually. line’s most valuable customers, along with members of staff, were invited on board the superjumbo aircraft, configured with the Airbus three-class layout. At this time, all the ground operating procedures applicable to this A380 (passenger disembarkation and boarding and baggage procedures, fuel and water supplies, the service provided by the cabin cleaning, in-flight catering teams, and other onboard services) were also tested again. Just two years ago, air France unveiled its new travel concept offering passengers enhanced services and amenities in all classes of service. L’Espace Premiere (First Class) resembles a private lounge with a seat folding out into a real bed with 50 percent added personal space. L’Espace Affaires (Business Class) features “lie-flat” seat beds reclining to 180 degrees, each equipped with a massage function and adjustable lower back support. Tempo (Economy Class) features new ergonomically designed seats, a headrest, and reclining footrest. Air France offers attractive fares with flexible terms for 10 or more passengers traveling together in the same cabin, from the same origin and to the same destination. Air France also extends specially discounted fares for individual travelers who attend a meeting or incentive function but do not necessarily fly together as a group. For group information: Sales Channel Support Center (866) 369-2387 E-mail: mail.meetings@airfrance.fr www.airfrance.com/us 28 September 24, 2007 http://www.airfrance.com/us

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