# Qatar Airways delays Qsuite Next Gen to mid-2027 A350-1000s

_Oct 24 10:18_

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Type: New route

## Summary

After 777X delays ended a late-2025 debut on the 777-9, Qatar Airways will introduce Qsuite Next Gen business class in mid-2027 on remaining new Airbus A350-1000s, One Mile at a Time reports.

The cabin was unveiled in July 2024 as an evolution of current Qsuites rather than a full redesign. The staggered mix of forward- and rear-facing seats remains. A movable 4K OLED screen can slide aside to form a shared suite, and the lie-flat seat is larger.

Existing A350-1000s are not planned for retrofit. Qatar has 60 Boeing 777-9s on order, but 777X certification is still incomplete and first delivery could slip past late 2027. Those jets may also get a new first class. Fleet business-class products will be less consistent as a result.

Nothing is bookable yet. Watch mid-2027 A350-1000 deliveries for Qsuite Next Gen and do not expect today's long-haul aircraft to be upgraded.

## Key facts

- **Numbers**:
  - 60 aircraft: Boeing 777-9s on order
- **Links**:
  - Announcement: [Qatar Airways Qsuite Next Gen press release](https://www.qatarairways.com/press-releases/en-WW/239705-qatar-airways-unveils-highly-anticipated-qsuite-next-gen-on-the-first-day-of-the-farnborough-international-airshow-2024)
- **Takeaway**: Nothing to book yet; watch mid-2027 A350-1000 deliveries if you want Qsuite Next Gen and do not assume current aircraft will be upgraded.

## Sources cited

- [One Mile at a Time](https://onemileatatime.com/news/new-qatar-airways-qsuite-next-gen-business-class) — New Qatar Airways Qsuite Next Gen Business Class Launching Mid-2027, But Not As Planned

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