Hollywood actor launches new Stansted-New York route

6:19pm Tuesday 30th October 2007

HOLLYWOOD actor Christian Slater was at Stansted Airport to launch American Airlines new route between the west Essex airport and New York's JFK Airport.

The route is the only transatlantic service from Stansted to New York to offer both business and economy class seats.

Next April American Airlines will add a second daily flight giving passengers a choice of morning or afternoon flights to and from Stansted.

The flights use a 225-seater Boeing 767-300 aircraft - with 30 Business Class and 195 main cabin seats.

The luxury business class suites feature fully motorised lie-flat seats, a personal entertainment device and an ergonomically-designed sleek flight cabin.

BAA Stansted managing director Stewart Wingate said: "We're delighted to welcome American Airlines to mark the start of a long awaited economy and business link direct to the United States from Stansted.

"This new service not only gives our business and leisure passengers direct access to American's hub at JFK but also brings inbound tourism and business opportunities direct to the door step of the East of England - which has many historic links to the United States."

Return economy class fares start from £259, including taxes and surcharges. Business class return fares start from £965 including taxes and charges.

For more details, ring 020 7365 0777 or visit www.americanairlines.co.uk.

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