At the end of November, Air France took delivery of its fleet’s latest addition – the company’s seventh Boeing 787 to arrive at its Paris-Charles de Gaulle hub.
This new aircraft, which is also the Air France-KLM group’s 20th Boeing 787, marks an ambition to pursue Air France’s fleet modernization. The aircraft will spend a few days in the hands of professionals from the Air France Industrial Division before operating its first commercial flights.
In spring 2019, the company will take delivery of two additional aircraft, bringing the Boeing 787 fleet to a total of nine aircraft.
10 destinations served by Dreamliner! In the 2018-2019 winter season, Air France’s Boeing 787s are crisscrossing the skies and transporting customers to Boston, Detroit, Bogota, Guangzhou, Osaka, Bamako, Abidjan, Nairobi and Malé. The arrival of this seventh aircraft will allow the company to also serve Panama City, previously served by Boeing 777.
Watch the video illustrating the comfort and assets provided by this new-generation aircraft. The best of Air France on board the Boeing 787
For Air France customers, the Boeing 787 provides a number of benefits -
The latest Air France travel cabins – a real cocoon in the sky in the Business cabin (30 seats) and comfort for all in the new Premium Economy (21 seats) and Economy cabins (225 seats);
Onboard WiFi adapted to customers’ needs and expectations;
More comfort and space with the new Premium Economy seats;
Windows that are approximately 30% larger than on similar aircraft;
Improved air pressure and humidity levels for greater travel comfort.
A reduction in fuel consumption and noise levels
This new-generation aircraft also provides a great number of operational bonuses including, 20% less fuel consumption than previous generation aircraft, nearly 20% reduction in CO2 emissions as well as noise emissions.
The Air France Gift Card Looking for a different kind of present this year? Air France is now offering its customers the possibility of giving their friends and family a gift card* so that they can enjoy an unforgettable trip.
With a choice of winter sports, romantic weekends, discovery or relaxation in the sun, with the gift card, the beneficiary can choose from over 200 Air France, HOP! and Joon destinations, or destinations offered on a code-share basis with Air France partners at www.airfrance.com or from Air France ticket offices. The gift card can also be used to enjoy additional services such as an à la carte menu or an extra baggage allowance.Ideal for all occasions, the gift card can be ordered in just a few clicks on airfrance-cartecadeau-fr.sharegroop.com:
Choose the amount of the gift card;
Personalize the gift card with the name of the beneficiary;
Give it personally by printing the gift card or send it by email.
The gift card is then valid for one year from the date of purchase.
*The gift card is personal, non-transferable and non-refundable.
(Images Air France)
