Qatar Airways Becomes the Best Airline in the World, Here’s the Complete List

The airline safety rating site, AirlineRatings.com, has re-released a list of the best airlines in the world. Qatar Airways was ranked first this year by being named Airline of the Year by the site.

The reason is that this Doha-based airline has cabin innovation, in-flight service, as well as dedication and commitment to continue operating during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Qatar Airways is also the first to complete an International Air Transport Association safety audit and testing for safe travel during COVID-19.

This year’s assessment is a little different by involving how airlines respond to the global COVID-19 pandemic. Launching from CNBC, Wednesday (11/8/2021), the following is a detailed list of the best flights in the world in 2021.

1. Qatar Airways (2020: Rank 9)

2. Air New Zealand (2020: Rank 1)

3. Singapore Airlines (2020: Rank 2)

4. Qantas (2020: Rank 4)

5. Emirates (2020: Rank 6)

6. Cathay Pacific (2020: Rank 5)

7. Virgin Atlantic (2020: Rank 7)

8. United Airlines (-)

9. EVA Air (2020: Rank 8)

10. British Airways (2020: Rank 17)

11. Lufthansa (2020: Rank 11)

12. ANA (All Nippon Airways) (2020: Rank 3)

13. Finnair (2020: Rank 12)

14. Japan Airlines (2020: Rank 13)

15. KLM (2020: Rank 14)

16. Hawaiian Airlines (2020: Rank 16)

17. Alaska Airlines (2020: Rank 18)

18. Virgin Australia (2020: Rank 10)

19. Delta Air Lines (2020: Rank 19)

20. Etihad Airways (2020: Rank 20)

Airline Ranking Change
Most airlines maintain their position as last year. However, Qatar Airways moved up eight places to take the top spot normally occupied by Air New Zealand.

“Air New Zealand has been our Airline of the Year for six of the last eight years because of its innovation and outstanding cabin service,” said AirlineRatings.com Editor-in-Chief, Geoffrey Thomas.

British Airways managed to climb seven places. Meanwhile, United is ranked 8th after previously not being included in the 2020 list.

Airlines considered on the annual list must have seven safety stars. The ranking is based on accident history, pilot-related incidents, government audits, as well as current plus COVID-19 protocols, such as distance, aircraft cleaning, and cabin crew wearing masks.

The company said agen judi togel online terpercaya the ratings are assessed also take into account the airline’s service, staff engagement, and feedback from passengers.

Other Awards
In addition, Airline Excellence Awards are also given to airlines by considering the excellence of their services and products. Here are the details.

1. Best first class: Singapore Airlines

2. Best business class: Qatar Airways

3. Best premium economy class: Air New Zealand

4. Best economy class: Air New Zealand

5. Best low-cost airline in Asia-Pacific: Jetstar

6. Best low-cost airline in Europe: EasyJet

7. Best low-cost airline in the Americas: Southwest

8. Best ultra-low-cost airline: Vietjet Air

9. Best regional airline: Qantas

10. Best cabin crew: Virgin Australia

11. Best lounges: Qantas

12. In-flight catering award: Qatar

13. In-flight entertainment award: Emirates

Separately, AirlineRatings.com also released its annual list of Top Twenty Safest Airlines awards that analyze accident records and safety compliance. The list is expected to come out in January 2022.