Oman Air enters new era with first Dreamliner
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Oman Air’s long-haul expansion plans have taken a major step forward with the arrival of its first ever Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
The new twin-aisle aircraft was handed over the airline recently, marking the first of six B787 aircraft ordered by Oman Air in November 2011. The aircraft will be deployed on routes to Europe.
“We’re proud to have Oman Air join our growing base of 787 customers in the Middle East and around the world,” said Ray Conner, president & CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes.
“Our partnership with Oman Air dates back almost 15 years during which time the airline has been operating the 737 family. We’re delighted to help introduce Boeing twin-aisle airplanes into its growing fleet.”
The new long-haul jet can seat 267 passengers in a two-cabin configuration, with 18 flat-bed seats in business class and 249 seats in economy. The new aircraft is more fuel-efficient than other long-haul jets in Oman Air’s fleet, allowing it to reduce operating costs and potentially open up new routes.
Oman Air becomes the Middle East’s fourth Dreamliner operator, following Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Royal Jordanian.
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