Lufthansa Technik has revealed the details of its VIP cabin concept for the Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) based on the 777-9. This spacious interior, spanning over 340 square meters in total, blends traditional influences from the cultural heritage of the Middle East with a modern touch. The presentation of this new cabin is scheduled for the upcoming Dubai Airshow, to be held from November 13 to 17.
The cabin, named «CelestialSTAR«, aims to emphasize both contemporary purity and typical Middle Eastern patterns. It will be the widest VIP cabin of all aircraft. The standout feature of the new design is a private bathroom suite that, along with the adjacent workspace and balance area, forms a multifunctional Private Suite. In this space, the bathroom and rooms can merge to provide maximum privacy. Sophisticated projection technology transforms this space into an immersive world of well-being and entertainment. Passengers will have access to a wide variety of digital content, ranging from a cinema screen to 180° views of their destination.
The workspace also maximizes the cabin’s width and is designed to be multifunctional. Two swiveling and sliding seats can be used for meetings around the spacious desk or for conversations with guests on the side divans. Another highlight of the design in this room is the numerous trapezoidal niches in the walls, for example, for exhibitions, which can be closed with an invisible mechanism if needed and then disappear into the linear wall structure.
Alexis Fecteau, Marketing Director of Boeing Business Jets, stated, «The careful design of the BBJ 777-9 interior created by Lufthansa Technik illustrates the key features of our newest product. The elegant elements of the interior maximize passenger comfort on flights lasting over 22 hours, connecting any pair of cities non-stop.»
Celestial Lounge, the Aircraft’s Gathering Point
Adjacent to the private suite is the Celestial Lounge, through which passengers board the aircraft. This space features an integrated stylish bar. Various seating arrangements ensure the right environment for welcoming guests. When the aisles are open, the lounge seamlessly blends with the adjacent conference area. This serves as a majlis, a traditional Middle Eastern meeting room. State-of-the-art communication technology, such as monitors that can retract completely into the table, connects this room with the world.
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The large electrochromic windows, similar to those used in the 787, are fully integrated into CelestialSTAR. With their three-dimensional structure and directed use of indirect lighting, they continue the functional design principle of the side walls, providing a generous spatial impression at all times, even when closed and without natural light.
Lufthansa Technik’s cabin primarily targets Middle Eastern royal families, who often travel with large delegations. For this reason, the second half of the cabin offers ample accommodations. Guests can enjoy six luxury suites and custom-designed modern first-class compartments for the cabin. Additionally, there are 32 seats available for other passengers, offering a business class experience. The rear section of the cabin is designed as a premium economy cabin for the entourage.
