Fri, Feb 10, 2012
New Airplane Visits Southeast Asia For First Time
Boeing's new mid-size passenger airplane, the 787 Dreamliner,
touched down here after demonstrating its long-range capabilities
by flying nonstop from Seattle's Boeing Field to Bangkok's
Suvarnabhumi International Airport -- a distance of 7,679 miles.
The visit is part of Boeing's Dream Tour.
File Photo
"We are delighted to say 'yindee
tonrup' (welcome) to Boeing's 787 Dreamliner on its first visit to
Southeast Asia," said Piyasvasti Amranand, president of Thai
Airways International (THAI). "This airplane will provide an
unparalleled and innovative physical flying experience to our
passengers. Coupling that with our acclaimed 'Touches of Thai'
onboard service will provide our guests with an unbeatable travel
experience."
THAI, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Thailand, is among
more than 50 of the world's top airlines that will fly the
Dreamliner. The airline's first eight 787's are being leased from
International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC). "Boeing is honored
that Thai Airways International will be flying the Dreamliner,"
said Ralph (Skip) Boyce, president of Boeing Southeast Asia, who
watched the 787 land in Bangkok. "We're glad it's visiting Bangkok
so Prime Minister Yingluck, THAI President Piyasvasti, his pilots
and other THAI team members can experience this remarkable airplane
firsthand."
Also in Bangkok was Ray Conner, senior vice president of Sales and
Customer Support for Boeing Commercial Airplanes. Speaking from
Suvarnabhumi International Airport, he noted that more than 800
787s are on order, calling that "a testament to the airplane's
unique capabilities."
"As a result of its innovative new technologies, the 787 Dreamliner
offers unmatched operating economics, fuel efficiency and passenger
comfort," Conner added. "It is truly an airplane of the 21st
century, providing better environmental performance in addition to
an outstanding flying experience for passengers and airlines alike.
We look forward to demonstrating the airplane's capabilities to the
THAI team."
During its three-day stay in Thailand, the Dreamliner will be on
display for invited media and guests to tour the aircraft interior.
On Saturday, the 787 will depart for the Singapore Airshow where it
will be on static display.
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