July 22, 2024News

Korean Air Flaunts New Boeing 787-10 With ‘Prestige Class’

The new aircraft can ferry up to 15 per cent extra passengers compared to a 787-9.

A new Boeing aircraft recently joined Korean Air’s fleet. The twin-engined widebody in question is the largest member of the 787 Dreamliner family – the 787-10. Compared to the 787-9, the 787-10 features a nearly 5-metre longer fuselage. That allows the latter to ferry 15 per cent more passengers and cargo.

The Boeing 787-10 is powered by General Electric’s GEnx-1B74/75 engines, featuring chevron nozzles that help bring down the decibel levels from the exhaust. The 787-10 Dreamliner offers a maximum range of 11,175km, about 1,400km less than its slightly shorter sibling. The aircraft also features components designed by Korean Air’s Aerospace Division, including the aft body, raked wing tips, and flap support fairings.

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Korean Air’s 787-10 comprises 325 seats. Of them, 289 are in the Economy section, and the remaining 36 are part of the airline’s new offering – ‘Prestige Class’. Those in this new section will get seats that recline to 180 degrees. The seat length, pitch and width are measured at 78 inches, 46 inches, and 21 inches, respectively. Each passenger will also have a personal storage compartment, a wireless mobile charger, dual 220V/110V power outlets, two USB-C ports and a 4K 24-inch monitor with Bluetooth connectivity.

Seats in the Economy section are laid out in a 3-3-3 configuration. Each one, draped in vibrant woven patterns, offers a recline of up to 120 degrees, an adjustable headrest and a 13-inch monitor. The seat pitch is 32 inches, while the width stretches 17.2 inches. The carrier will also offer inflight Wi-Fi service.

Korean Air will deploy the 787-10 Dreamliner on July 25, 2024. The first route it will serve is Seoul Incheon-Tokyo Narita. Later, the aircraft will be used on longer routes to western Canada (Vancouver), the western USA and Europe.

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Also Read: Korean Air Strengthens Network In Asia

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September 18, 2024

British Airways To Offer London-Tbilisi Route From Next Year

UK’s flag carrier, British Airways, has confirmed the addition of a new route from its primary hub London Heathrow. Starting March 30, 2025, the airline will operate direct services to Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia. The flight, using an Airbus A320neo, will be offered four times weekly.

The outbound flight, BA890, will depart from London Heathrow at 21:25 on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays and land in the Georgian capital at 05:30 the next day. The flight back, BA391, will depart from Tbilisi at 07:10 and arrive at London Heathrow at 09:40 on Wednesdays. The same flight on Fridays, Sundays, and Mondays will leave 20 minutes later and arrive in London at 10:00. All times mentioned are local.

Travellers will have two cabin options aboard the single-aisle jet – Club Europe (Business) and Euro Traveller (Economy). Those opting for the latter will get a complimentary drink and snack. In contrast, flyers in the former category will get lounge access, a full meal service, priority boarding and extra baggage allowance, all included in their ticket fare. The airline is accepting bookings with return ticket prices starting at GBP 275.

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September 18, 2024

Vietnam Airlines To Begin Direct Flights Between Hanoi And Milan

Vietnam’s flag carrier, Vietnam Airlines, has confirmed a new nonstop route to Europe, bringing the total to nine. Beginning July 1, 2025, the airline will operate three weekly flights to Milan, Italy, from Hanoi on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. A Boeing 787 Dreamliner will serve passengers on the newly announced route. The airline also plans to link Milan with Ho Chi Minh City after 2025.

For Italy, Vietnam is the largest trading partner in the ASEAN. On the other hand, Italy is ranked as the fourth largest trading partner within the European Union. Establishing a direct link between Milan and Vietnam is based on the rise of travellers. Last year, the Southeast Asian nation welcomed 81,000 tourists from Italy, about 89 per cent of pre-pandemic levels. In the first quarter of 2024, a 32 per cent rise in travellers from Italy to Vietnam has been recorded compared to the same period in 2019.

Vietnam Airlines’ present European network already includes direct flights from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Paris, Frankfurt, and London. Next month, a direct service to Munich, Germany, will strengthen the carrier’s presence in Europe.