To complete the outbound portion ofmy downgraded adventure to Oman, I flew Oman Air’s Boeing 787-9 business class on the sub-six-hour redeye flight from Milan to Muscat.
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You mention Emirates in your description of why the lounge is so crowded, but they have their own lounge at MXP
@ breathesrain -- They do indeed, but the lounge is also open to Priority Pass. Given the capacity of an A380, I imagine there are a fair number of Priority Pass members on that flight using the lounge.
Enjoyed this review. I've heard quite a lot of great things about Oman Air throughout the times, and I'm glad that they still are - though it also seems like there are still some service inconsistency too (just like how this and your next Oman Air flight compares). I didn't know that you can keep the dividers raised during take-off/landing for Apex Suite. It's a great seat, but I can't stop think that the width looks a bit tight.
Even with the downsides of Oman Air, I still think that they're a hidden gem airline of Middle East.
Lucky - great review as always. I'm always amazed how you're able to get great pics of empty cabins. Even if you're the first in line to board, there's no way you can get these type of pics without a single person in view. Please divulge your secret. Are you asking for permission to board early in order to get these great pics? If so, doesn't that somewhat give your identity away and allow for potential "special" treatment and therefore potentially sway your review? I'm not trying to be negative or anything - just wondering what your secret is.
Nice review !
On a side note, yesterday I was on the longest flight JFK-SIN and was really surprised SQ doesn’t provide PJs on that flight and they have the most mediocre amenity kit amongst all long haul carriers.
@upstarter - besides that, I wasn't asking you. As a kid we used to say, nobody pulled your string, so STFU!!
@Ben Saudia (at least every flight I've been on), also serves Arabic coffee and dates on the ground on both short and long haul flights.
Is this the same seat type Korean has on some of its aircraft such as the A330?
I agree people should converse in a respectful matter, but I doubt many children read this blog.
Since you brought up American Auto--at least one of the writers on that show had to be into travel/credit cards/etc. There was one reference to the Amex Platinum, and in another episode they talked about the differences between Marriott and Courtyard by Marriott, etc.
Used to fly Oman Air BKK to MCT BC,,, return,,, one word,,, excellent!
And also was a Qatar Airways Platinum card holder to compare!
Yeah, all of KAL B748s and B789s, about half of B77Ws, and only hadful of A333s have those seats. JAL too has Apex Suites - on all their B77Ws and most of their B788/B789s but be sure to check the config as JAL 787 business class varies quite a lot.
@ Nick -- It's possible other airlines have different policies regarding the partition being down for takeoff and landing, but at least on Oman Air, it's not an issue. 🙂
@ CJ -- Just to answer the question, I didn't ask for permission or let the airline know. Rather when reviewing flights I line up to be first to board, and then basically jog down the jet bridge (without seeming suspicious), which gives me maybe a 15 second head start compared to other passengers. That does the trick for getting good cabin pictures, though admittedly it doesn't always work out. In this case it did.
"Other airlines can fit 32 business class seats into the space between doors one and two on the 787-9, while Oman Air has only 24 seats."
"What makes all Apex Suites seats great is that there are no small footwells you have to cram your feet into, but rather everyone gets a big ottoman."
And this is why this is the best business class seat ever.
Lucky - thanks so much for the reply. That's amazing. Who knew reviewing airlines was a physical sport?? Great job and that explains it. Keep up the great work!!
@Shaheed - thank you very much for posting the link. I really apprciate your help - instead of a rude comment. Thanks again!
Not more seafood!! LOL
Good review - looks like a nice flight.
The lack of consistency would be my major concern when booking an expensive ticket on this airline, but seems like it would be worth rolling the dice if this is the best version they can serve up, so to speak. And if you end up with the version you got on the next leg... well, at least it would make for an interesting story when you're back on terra firma.
One of the best business class product you can fly with…..I enjoyed it on the short redeye flight MUC-MCT
Having flown oman business class for several years now have now gone back to Qatar.
This follows two really poor flights with Oman.
Terrible cabin service, almost cold food abruptly served.
Dreadful second snack meal. No amenity pack etc.
Shame, we used to love both airline and country.
Whenever I see the Apex (window) Suit in a review I ask myself if this isn‘t a problem for the service? Is the devider low enough to easily communicate with the cabin crew without them „coming in“? Also isn’t it a bit awkward to serve the food in there?
Milan catering tends to be top-notch. Glad you enjoyed your flight on Oman Air, it's a great airline that I hope to fly soon !