Aerospace

Lufthansa welcomes its First Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at Everett

Boeing and the Lufthansa Group welcomed the delivery of the first 787 Dreamliner, a 787-9, to Europe’s largest airline group.

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At Paine Field in Everett, Washington, Boeing and the Lufthansa Group welcomed the delivery of the first 787 Dreamliner, a 787-9, to Europe’s largest airline group.

The Lufthansa Group has placed 32 firm orders for the 787, joining over 50 other customers across the world in flying the industry’s most fuel-efficient and capable aircraft. Boeing developed the 787 series to be extremely efficient, allowing airlines to profitably open new routes and fly passengers directly to their destinations in outstanding comfort.

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Since entering service in 2011, the 787 families have eliminated more than 125 billion pounds of carbon emissions by using 25% less fuel and emitting 25% fewer emissions than the planes it replaces.

“We are launching another new aircraft type that is one of the most fuel-efficient long-haul aircraft in our fleet with the Boeing 787,” stated Jens Ritter, CEO of Lufthansa Airlines.

“We will be able to greatly improve the average CO2 balance as a result of this.”

This aircraft is environmentally friendly and provides customers with a superior flying experience.”

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Since commercial service began in 2011, the 787 families have introduced around 325 new nonstop routes throughout the world, with approximately 50 routes added since 2020.

In a standard two-class configuration, the 787-9 can fly 296 passengers up to 7,565 nautical miles (14,010 km).

“Today’s delivery to the Lufthansa Group is a significant milestone for both companies as we resume European 787 deliveries and Lufthansa receives its first 787. I am delighted to see Lufthansa join a growing set of airlines worldwide operating the industry’s most capable twin-engine airplane,” said Stan Deal, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “With unmatched fuel efficiency and huge passenger appeal, the 787 will play an integral role in the Lufthansa Group’s long-haul network.”

In addition to 32 787 Dreamliners on order, the Lufthansa Group has firm orders for 20 777-9 passenger airplanes and recently placed a firm order for seven of the new 777-8 Freighter.

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Aerospace

When Ratan Tata was denied entry to the airfield at the Aero India show, he waited

During our visit to Aero India 2019, we had the unexpected opportunity to see Ratan Tata at the event, which was a thrilling moment for us. However, there was a surprising hiccup when the security staff didn’t allow him to enter due to a lack of a security pass.

Despite this, he remained calm and patiently waited for about 20 minutes until a member of the Tata team brought him the required pass, after which he calmly proceeded inside. It was a humbling sight, showcasing his composed demeanor even in such situations.

Ratan Tata ji is not only a renowned industrialist but also a trained pilot, holding a pilot’s license. In 2007, he became the first Indian civilian to fly the F-16 Falcon during the Aero India show in Bangalore—a proud moment for the nation.

His passion for aviation extended beyond flying, as he played a key role in shaping India’s aerospace industry. Under his leadership, Tata ventured into manufacturing and maintaining aerospace components while upholding its legacy of quality. Notably, Tata’s collaboration with Airbus to develop and manufacture the C295 aircraft is a testament to its growing influence in the sector.