Just
as Boeing received
some good news about its 787, Korean
Air has received its first Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner and will launch its
inaugural flight on July 25 from Seoul Incheon to Tokyo Narita.
In
addition, Korean Air's selection of the 777-9 and 787-10 supports planned
growth and renewal of its fleet in size, range and capacity to reach
high-demand markets in Europe and North America, as well as popular
regional routes within Asia.
"The
addition of the Boeing 777-9 and 787-10 aircraft marks a significant milestone
in our strategic objective to expand and upgrade our fleet," said Walter
Cho, Chairman and CEO of Korean Air. "This investment underscores our
commitment to providing a best-in-class flying experience. These new airplanes
will elevate passenger comfort and enhance operational efficiency, while
significantly reducing carbon emissions, supporting our long-term commitment to
sustainable aviation."
Korean
Air is also anticipating its merger with Asiana Airlines.
The
next-generation, eco-friendly 787-10 features the latest state-of-the-art
technology, superior fuel efficiency and reduced carbon emissions. This
advanced aircraft will also debut Korean Air’s new Prestige Class cabin
interior.
The
787-10 stands as the largest model in the 787 Dreamliner series.
The 787-10's maximum range is 11,175 kilometers, which is just shy of seven thousand miles. Due to the longer fuselage and increased seating capacity, it is about 1,400 kilometers shorter than the 787-9.
Korean Air's 787-10 aircraft has 325 seats, including 36 Prestige Class seats and 289 Economy Class seats.
Korean
Air made
big news last year when it said it would begin weighing passengers.
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