DELHI TO BE THE INAUGURAL ROUTE FOR BRITISH AIRWAYS’ BOEING 787-9
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British Airways has announced that its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, complete with a new First Class cabin, will start flying to Delhi from 25 October 2015. With this development, Delhi will become the first route for British Airways globally to benefit from the brand new aircraft and a new First.
Moran Birger, Regional Commercial Manager, South Asia, British Airways said, “We, at British Airways, are constantly innovating and adding more to our offerings, keeping the customer’s comfort and convenience at the heart of our decision making. India is the second largest international market for us after the U.S. and we are committed to providing the very best to our customers, adding further value to their travel experience with us. We welcome our customers from Delhi to experience a whole new level of comfort and luxury and do hope they enjoy the benefits of our new aircraft from the city.”
British Airways is revamping 18 of its 747s in-line with the newest arrivals to British Airways’ fleet, the first of which will also begin flying from September 2015. In response to customer demand, the airline is changing the aircraft’s configuration and adding an additional 16 Club World seats. The jumbos’ cabins are also receiving a cabin face-lift.