Review of SWISS flight Nice → Zurich in Business

swiss lx 563 nice - zurich airbus a220-300

Swiss uses mostly new Airbus A220-300s and -100s on its flights to the French Riviera. These have been joining the Swiss national airline's fleet since 2017. On my flight the HB-JCO was used, which was delivered to Swiss on 02.07.2018 with the serial number 55033. The A220-300 has 145 seats (30 Business / 115 Eco). The seat quality is very good. On the -300 I noticed that the first 3 rows of seats have a slightly larger distance to the front seat.

It is always a pleasure to experience Business Class on Swiss. Even on the comparatively short European routes, the good service is among the best.

I arrived at the gate punctually at boarding time. I immediately noticed that there were a lot of people waiting. I guessed that the flight was full and I was right. A little later, boarding started via a gangway. According to the regulations, the business class guests were allowed to enter the aircraft through the gate first. When I arrived at the aircraft, I was greeted warmly by the crew. At my seat - obligatory for a Swiss Business Class - the mineral water and refreshment towel were already waiting. Always a great gesture. 

A new type of seat has been installed on Swiss A220 aircraft. This seat clearly stands out visually from all other previous aircraft seats and the design is innovative and very functional. It is the EC00 - ZIMunique Economy Class seat from ZIM Flugsitz Manufaktur in Markdorf (D). Especially the construction and mounting of the table, as well as the silver aluminium strip around the backrest provide a high-quality look. The brown covers with perforated leather also stand out. In my opinion, this is currently the best aircraft seat available on short and medium-haul routes.

The entertainment system on the A220 aircraft is of course not comparable with a Swiss long-haul, but also not with the previously proven Swiss A32x. Each row of seats has a small mini-display on the ceiling. This is located directly next to the reading lights and the air vents. The display shows information on the flight progress, for example. But unfortunately the display is far too small - a minus point for the A220 in my opinion. 

CATERING

Of course, the catering on a Swiss Europe Business Class flight is one of the highlights. Since I booked the early morning flight and the flight was only relatively short, two sandwiches (tuna and cheese) were served. These were very fresh and delicious. This was accompanied by the usual drinks service for all kinds of beverages. The whole thing was served on rectangular, white porcelain dishes. I think this is an excellent combination. Clear shapes, excellent food, absolutely obliging crew. Pure Swissness!

I arrived in Zurich on time and rested. Once again we took an outside position and, as is usual for Swiss Business Class flights in Zurich, a small Business Class bus is waiting for the guests first. This enhances the Swiss Business Class product and, above all, saves the valued passenger valuable minutes on arrival. Incredibly great and above all incredibly decelerating! Keep it up, Swiss!