Royal Jordanian's First 787 Dreamliner

Courtesy Boeing

Courtesy Boeing

EVERETT, Wash/PRNewswire/ — Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Royal Jordanian celebrated this week the delivery of the airline’s first 787 Dreamliner. The airplane will play a central role in the Amman-based airline’s strategic plan for fleet modernization. Royal Jordanian acquired this airplane through leasing company AerCap.

“We are delighted to receive our first 787 which will not only revolutionize the inflight experience for our passengers but also help Royal Jordanian increase its competitiveness both regionally and internationally,” said Royal Jordanian chairman of the board, president and CEO Nasser Lozi. “Our decision to invest in this game-changing airplane reflects our firm belief in its unrivaled capabilities and will allow us to offer passengers an unmatched level of comfort, on both short and long haul flights.”

With this delivery, Royal Jordanian becomes only the second airline in the Middle East to operate the 787. In addition to providing airlines with unprecedented fuel economy and low operating costs, the 787 features a host of new technologies that greatly enhance the passenger experience. The airline will configure its Dreamliner to carry 24 passengers in business class and 246 in economy class.

Source Boeing / Edited By Airline Adviser 08/31/14