CATHAY PACIFIC A330 Business Class 🇮🇩➟🇭🇰【Trip Report: Jakarta to Hong Kong】What Happened to Cathay?

Editorial Summary

The creator provides a detailed trip report of a Cathay Pacific A330 business class flight from Jakarta to Hong Kong. He begins by discussing the historical context of the airline, noting how the combination of the Hong Kong protests and the COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted its business base and crew operations. After describing a positive experience at the upgraded Plaza Premium Lounge in Jakarta, he boards the aircraft to review the updated business class configuration. He describes the reverse herringbone seats as comfortable and functional, despite noting a lack of atmosphere in the cabin. The service experience is a primary focus of the critique, as the creator describes the flight attendant as unwell and unprofessional. Specific issues mentioned include the loud dropping of meal trays, a lack of communication during service, and an awkward interaction where the crew member attempted to fasten the passenger's seatbelt without speaking. Despite the service shortcomings, the creator concludes that the seat was excellent for a short regional flight and the overall flight was pleasant.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.