# My Fascinating Flight In Turkmenistan Airlines’ Mysterious 777 Business Class

_Jul 17 20:33_

Tags: Cathay Pacific, Turkmenistan Airlines, other, airline, other relevant news

A review of a business class flight on Turkmenistan Airlines' ex-Cathay Pacific Boeing 777-300ER from Frankfurt to Ashgabat, noting the sparse cabin and unique entertainment

## Summary

The author flew Turkmenistan Airlines' Boeing 777-300ER (an ex-Cathay Pacific aircraft) in business class from Frankfurt (FRA) to Ashgabat (ASB). The flight lasted 4 hours and 35 minutes. The cabin had 40 business class seats with only two other passengers. The author notes the inflight entertainment included an interview with Dr. Fauci and that the airline is known for schedule padding and limited passenger counts. The experience was described as pleasant and drama-free, contrary to the airline's mysterious reputation

## Why it matters

Affects 5 airline programs (American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Lufthansa...).

## Sources cited

- [One Mile at a Time](https://onemileatatime.com/insights/turkmenistan-airlines-777-business-class) — My Fascinating Flight In Turkmenistan Airlines’ Mysterious 777 Business Class

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