News•Feb 3, 2026
What’s the Big Obsession With Doors?
Cathay Pacific’s new Aria business‑class suite on its Boeing 777‑300 now features a sliding door, joining a growing fleet of premium cabins that prioritize enclosure. The author, on a two‑hour Bangkok‑Hong Kong flight, praised the suite’s spacious layout, high‑quality food and service, but questioned the door’s added weight and mechanical complexity. While doors have become a status symbol across airlines, alternatives such as floor‑to‑ceiling curtains or open‑plan designs still exist. The piece argues that airlines may be over‑investing in “hard product” features at the expense of softer service enhancements.
