14-Hour Flights: Tiny Airline Launches 68-Seat All-Business Heathrow Route In 2026

A new ultra-low cost carrier, Norse Atlantic Airways, is planning to launch an all-business class route between London Heathrow Airport and New York John F Kennedy International Airport beginning in 2026. The airline intends for these initial flights to be approximately 14 hours long, operating continuously in both directions. These transatlantic routes are slated to utilize a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft, accommodating just 68 passengers. Norse Atlantic Airways has specifically designed the flight schedule to be overnight, optimizing passenger comfort during travel. This ambitious venture represents a significant entry of a low-cost operator into the premium long-haul market.