Aerospace

The B777’s new livery and impressive cabin of Air India pleased the customers.

In order to continue the strong improvement of the airlines, TATA, which owns Air India, has made some audacious decisions. For the time being, it has ordered some of the 6 wide aircraft for leasing from the western nation.

One of the Boeing 777 airplanes arrived yesterday for the international operation’s passenger service. The majority of the improvements were visible over the seats and the aircraft’s livery as it arrived.

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There are various subtle yet noteworthy changes made by @airindiain to VT-AEF's livery (the 1st of 5 ex – @Delta #B777-200LRs).
Lets see if the #Avgeek's on my timeline are able to spot these changes from these brilliant photos of the #AirIndia LR's by @KadamAnshul #AvGeek pic.twitter.com/tlgVNNgBog
— VT-VLO (@Vinamralongani) December 13, 2022
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As we can see, the older Maharaja windows are no longer there in the newly arrived aircraft, which also has upgraded seat covers. The aircraft is marked with the Delta name because it was formerly run by the airline. In the case of Air India, they left it as is in order to avoid incurring additional costs for the seats. It entirely depends on the new owner whether they want to stick with the same brand or change that logo sign over the seat.

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There are the first interior shots of the Air India Boeing 200 LR aircraft, which previously belonged to Delta. It left the interiors very impressed.

Here are first cabin photos of @airindiain 's VT-AEF and of seats which may be sold as premium economy (Y+) on these 5 ex – @Delta #B777-200LRs.
For sake of comparison, I have added a photo of the Y+ cabin as flown by @Delta.
Thank you @sachmihika for the photos.#AvGeek #PaxEx pic.twitter.com/Iykg9QWGOx
— VT-VLO (@Vinamralongani) December 12, 2022

Furthermore, considering that passengers were impressed by the upgrades, the majority of the long-haul flights definitely need some of the in-flight entertainment in the new aircraft, which has functional in-flight screens and a luxurious cabin.

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More cabin photos of @airindiain 's VT-AEF taken by @deep_choudhuri who flew the aircraft from #Mumbai to #Delhi today.
I love the use of the @TataCompanies logo alongside that of AI and the mood lighting.
This is a fantastic product and a massive upgrade !#AvGeek pic.twitter.com/LJJkCCcRZy
— VT-VLO (@Vinamralongani) December 13, 2022

The new in-flight meal menu that provides a variety of food options has also been improved by Air India, making passengers satisfied with the price they paid for the trip.

Finally here is a video of the economy cabin onboard @airindiain (AI) 's first of 5 ex @Delta #B777-200LRs VT-AEF.
It is evident few changes have been made to the hard product onboard these aircraft. AI passengers would love these LR's.
Thank you @sachmihika !#AvGeek #PaxEx pic.twitter.com/bvRZ9prlW7
— VT-VLO (@Vinamralongani) December 12, 2022

Recently, Air India announced that it is considering purchasing a new wide-body aircraft, including A350 and other narrow-body aircraft which totaled 500 aircraft which is already being discussed with Boeing and Airbus. It carefully selects the décor and seating options for its cabin. Given that it is a full-service airline, emphasis is placed on business class, premium economy, and economy.

Image and footage courtesy: @Vinamralongani (Twitter) @sachmihika

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Boeing Transfers Rocket Stage to NASA, Paving Way for Human Moon Mission

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Boeing has achieved a significant milestone by providing NASA with the second core stage of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket.

This crucial component, crafted at NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF), is set to propel the Artemis II crew into lunar orbit, marking humanity’s return to deep space after a 50-year hiatus.

The monumental Boeing-built rocket stage, the largest element of the Artemis II mission, will embark on a journey aboard the Pegasus barge, traveling 900 miles to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.

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Upon arrival, it will be meticulously integrated with other essential Artemis II components, including the upper stage, solid rocket boosters, and NASA’s Orion spacecraft within the iconic Vehicle Assembly Building. This intricate integration process is a vital step toward the eagerly anticipated Artemis II launch, slated for 2025.

“Boeing-built products helped land humankind on the moon in 1969, and we’re proud to continue that legacy through the Artemis generation,” remarked Dave Dutcher, vice president and program manager for Boeing’s SLS program. “Together, with NASA and our industry partners and suppliers, we are building the world’s most capable rocket and paving the way to deep space through America’s rocket factory in New Orleans.”

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The delivery of Core Stage 2 marks a significant achievement in the evolution of the SLS rocket. Towering over 200 feet and powered by four RS-25 engines, this core stage, coupled with two solid-fueled booster rockets, will generate a staggering 8.8 million pounds of thrust. This immense power is crucial to launching Artemis II and future missions into the vast expanse of space.

The SLS rocket stands unparalleled in its capability to transport both crew and substantial cargo to the moon and beyond in a single launch. Its extraordinary capacity will facilitate the delivery of human-rated spacecraft, habitats, and scientific missions to destinations including the moon and Mars, ushering in a new era of space exploration.