Etihad Airways’ B777-300 business seats can turn into a flatbed.Credit:Etihad Airways
The loyalty scheme
Etihad Guest is free to join and has reciprocal arrangements with airlines including Virgin Australia. Members get free in-flight ‘Chat’ messaging.
Carbon emissions
5.5 tonnes for business class. The airline has partnered with CarbonClick for their offset program,which can be used at any time before or after your flight.
Checking in
I arrive too late to take advantage of Etihad business class passengers’ free access to Sydney Airport’s pay-to-use lounge The House,which includes dining,bar service and showers. I’m given an express pass – one of the perks of flying business class – which lets me zoom through passport and security checkpoints,with just enough time to spare for a squiz at the duty-free shops.
The seat