LH 747-8 refurb update - Ask the Community

RE: LH 747-8 refurb update

Jimmy K — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 21:50:04 +0000

@lucky Ah, as I feared; in this case, for once, no news is in fact bad news! Thanks so much for the update and taking the time to reply.

RE: LH 747-8 refurb update

Ben Schlappig — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:25:35 +0000

Great question, @jimmy-k! Unfortunately like so many retrofit projects, this one seems to be delayed. My understanding is that the project is expected to start after the summer IATA season (so this winter), though don't be surprised if it gets delayed further. Unfortunately for a flight in December I wouldn't expect the new interiors, because retrofitting the first aircraft often takes months, since it acts as a prototype.

LH 747-8 refurb update

Jimmy K — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:38:32 +0000

Hi all. Wondering if anyone has an update on Lufthansa 747-8 refurb timeline. Ben wrote at thr start of the year that they were due to start in early 2026 but haven't heard any more since. I have ticket booked for December in economy and wondering what the chances are of any updated interiors already being in use by them. Thanks very much.