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Boeing Donates $300,000 to Assist Moroccan Earthquake Relief Efforts

Boeing Donates $300,000 to Assist Moroccan Earthquake Relief Efforts

Today, Boeing announced a $300,000 donation (equal to 3,000,000 MAD) from the Boeing Charitable Trust to support the recovery and relief operations following the earthquake in Morocco. Additionally, the organization pledged to match all monetary contributions made to the cause by Boeing employees dollar for dollar, broadening the scope of aid given to the Moroccan people.

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Boeing funding will support the following organizations:

  • $150,000 to the American Red Cross, in partnership with the global Red Cross and Red Crescent network, for shelter, food, health and mental health services and other relief such as hygiene kits, basic necessities and welfare information.
  • $150,000 to CARE International for emergency water, food and medical support for survivors.

Disaster relief initiatives in Morocco are consistent with Boeing’s dedication to the areas where its workers reside and work. For more than 50 years, Boeing has operated in Morocco. Boeing has given the nation $1 million in charitable contributions during the past decade.

Ziad Ojakli, executive vice president of Government Operations at Boeing, expressed his sincere sympathies to Moroccans who are going through such unbearable suffering among the damage caused by the earthquake. “Coworkers at Boeing from all over the world are committed to helping the people of Morocco, and we stand ready to work with local partners to provide substantial assistance that promotes healing, reconstruction, and renewal.”

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Air India Rolls Out A350s for Delhi-New York JFK and Newark Routes

Air India Rolls Out A350s for Delhi-New York JFK and Newark Routes

In a major development for North American travelers, Air India has announced the deployment of its state-of-the-art Airbus A350-900 aircraft on two key routes: Delhi to New York and Delhi to Newark.

The service on the Delhi-New York route will commence on November 1, 2024, while the Delhi-Newark route will see its inaugural flight on January 2, 2025.

The introduction of the air india a350 will bring significant enhancements to Air India’s offerings, particularly with the launch of its Premium Economy class. air india retrofit This new class will feature 24 wide seats arranged in a 2-4-2 configuration, providing passengers with extra legroom and a more comfortable flying experience.

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“We are encouraged by the positive guest feedback we have received from the domestic deployment of our air india a350 interior to offer our hero product on the Delhi-New York JFK and Delhi-Newark routes. This is a significant leap forward for our U.S. operations that also underscores our commitment to continuous improvement,” said Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of Air India.

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The A350’s Business class will set new standards with 28 private suites, each equipped with full-flat beds, direct aisle access, and personal wardrobes. Economy class will be configured to accommodate 264 passengers in a 3-4-3 layout. Across all cabins, passengers will enjoy the latest Panasonic eX3 in-flight entertainment system, offering over 2,200 hours of content.

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This strategic deployment marks a notable enhancement in Air India’s U.S. operations, with 60% of its flights to the U.S. now featuring new or upgraded cabin interiors. The air india new international routes currently operates 51 weekly flights to five U.S. destinations: New York JFK, Newark, Washington DC, Chicago, and San Francisco.

The revamped cabins, advanced in-flight entertainment systems, and improved service standards represent air india wifi commitment to providing a superior travel experience. “We believe this enhanced offering will solidify Air India’s position as a leading carrier and attract travellers seeking a world-class flying experience between India and the United States,” the airline stated.

Seats on these flights are now available for booking on Air India’s website, mobile app, and through travel agents, ensuring that passengers can easily plan their journeys on these newly upgraded routes.

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