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Hawaiian Airlines Begins Ticket Sales for Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

Beginning next spring, travelers from the Bay Area and Los Angeles can be among the first to experience the outstanding island-inspired look and luxury of Hawaiian Airlines’ new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. Hawaii’s domestic carrier launched ticket sales for its 787 aircraft today, which will first operate between Hawaii and San Francisco (SFO) and Los Angeles (LAX).

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Hawaiian’s brand-new flagship aircraft will make its public debut on April 15 with daily service between Honolulu and San Francisco (HNL) through May 14. Thereafter, select flights between Honolulu and Los Angeles will begin on May 14 and Maui (OGG) and Los Angeles will begin on May 15. Tickets are offered on Hawaiian Airlines’ website.

Guests boarding Hawaiian’s 787 will be immersed in a cabin that evokes Hawaiʻi’s beauty through bold textures, soothing sunrise and sunset lighting, and sinuous ocean and wind patterns. The 300-seat aircraft features Hawaiian’s newest premium product, Leihōkū Suites (garland of stars): 34 suites that envelop guests in a tranquil space with lie-flat seating, an 18-inch in-flight entertainment screen, personal power outlets, wireless cell phone charging and direct aisle access.

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The 787 provides improved cabin air filtration, and the lower cabin altitude made possible by the carbon fibre composite airframe makes for a more comfortable flight. Additionally, guests will notice a quiet cabin thanks to the acoustically treated engine inlets, extra-large, dimmable windows, roomy overhead bins, and touchless toilets and faucets in the restrooms. Hawaiian will get its first of 12 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners in January, with more deliveries expected through 2027.

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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.

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.