Oman Air has welcomed a new 787-9 aircraft, the tenth Dreamliner, to its fleet © Oman Air

Oman Air welcomes new Boeing B787-9 Dreamliner to its fleet

Oman Air has taken delivery of its latest Boeing B787-9 aircraft, the first of three scheduled for arrival this year. This addition is part of an existing order that includes eight more aircraft to be delivered by 2027, bringing the airline's total Dreamliner fleet to ten. The Boeing B787-9, renowned for its cutting-edge design and exceptional fuel efficiency, also offers passengers comfort with its spacious cabins and large windows. The aircraft landed in Muscat on Friday, August 23, arriving from Boeing's facility in Seattle.

Con Korfiatis, Chief Executive Officer of Oman Air, expressed enthusiasm for the new addition, stating, “We're excited to welcome our new Boeing B787-9 to our aircraft line-up, which aligns with our strategy to fly a modern and common Oman Air fleet. It allows us to maintain efficiency in operations, optimise maintenance costs, and ensure a seamless and consistent experience for our guests.” He also emphasised that the new aircraft supports the airline's focus on financial sustainability while enhancing its reputation as a world-class carrier and advancing Oman's goals to boost tourism and connectivity.

The new B787-9 features a two-class configuration with 30 business-class seats and 258 economy-class seats and will operate across Oman Air's network of destinations.

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