Acropolis Aviation’s Airbus ACJ320neo on show in Dubai

Friday 12th November 2021

Acropolis Aviation  was the launch customer for Airbus’ new ACJneo single-aisle family in May 2015, during EBACE in Geneva.  This week’s 2021 Dubai Air Show will see G-KELT make its first public appearance on the static at the Dubai World Central (DWC) Airport venue - for Airbus Corporate Jets.

The aircraft entered service in March 2020, sporting a distinctive, luxurious cabin design by Yves Pickardt from Alberto Pinto and installed by leading completion specialist AM AC Aerospace at its Basel Airport facilities in Switzerland. “We are absolutely delighted  Airbus Corporate Jets is showcasing our aircraft at the Dubai Air Show”, commented Acropolis’ CEO Jonathan Bousfield. “We are very much looking forward to presenting the aircraft to our Middle Eastern clientele for the first time.”

G-KELT  can accommodate up to 19 passengers, sleeping 17 on fully lie-flat beds, with luggage space for over 100 pieces of baggage and the support of a crew of six. The aircraft is also certified for extended-range flights of up to 12 hours and low visibility ‘CAT 3A’ landing minima in severe weather conditions. Flight entertainment and onboard connectivity is via Collins Aerospace and Satcom Direct.

G-KELT interior by Yves Pickardt from Alberto Pinto

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About Acropolis Aviation  

www.acropolis-aviation.com

Acropolis Aviation is a leading luxury charter operator based at Farnborough Airport, with a complementary sales office in Fort Lauderdale, USA. Headed by CEO Jonathan Bousfield, the company employs 28 personnel. The company has been an Airbus ACJ customer since March 2010 and gained a reputation for excellent service in the high-end charter market.  Acropolis holds Wyvern Wingman safety accreditation.

Its flagship, ACJ320neo G-KELT, takes long-haul flying to a new level with stylish cabin features, an open-plan forward lounge and an intimate rear lounge, separated by a large mid-cabin conference and dining room with seating up to 10 guests.  The  private master bedroom features a king size bed, and a luxury en-suite bathroom with the largest rectangular shower ever to be installed in an Airbus narrow-body aircraft. The cabin space is versatile to suit its diverse clientele, from heads of state to private individuals. The emphasis throughout is on wellness.  With an average cabin altitude of 6,400ft and a cabin air humidifier, the on-board experience ensures clients have a comfortable on-board experience, arriving refreshed after their flight.