Turkish Airlines plans to launch a premium economy cabin in 2028, reversing an earlier position that it could operate without the intermediate product, according to a report published on the same day. The airline has confirmed the plan directly to the publication, with the new cabin expected to debut first on Airbus A350s.
The move points to a wider cabin strategy across Turkish Airlines’ long-haul fleet. A separate aviation report said retrofits are also planned for older Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, indicating that the carrier is considering both new-delivery and retrofit pathways for the product rollout.
Premium economy would give Turkish Airlines a cabin between economy and business class on widebody routes, aimed at passengers seeking extra comfort without paying for a premium business fare. The accessible reporting does not include seat counts, pricing, cabin layout or launch routes beyond the A350 reference.