Oman Air expands its fleet with new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

Oman Air has added a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to its fleet. The wide-bodied Boeing 787-9 is a stretched version of the advanced long-range twin engine B787-8. 

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft is configured with 30 award-winning flat-bed Business Class suites, designed by BE Aerospace and 258 Economy Class seats, stated a press release.

All classes feature state-of-the-art Thales Integrated In-Flight Entertainment System which provides an enjoyable guest experience, allowing access to a wide selection of on-demand entertainment delivered through a passenger experience interface developed specifically for Oman Air.

H E Hunaina Sultan al Mughairy, Oman’s Ambassador to the US, travelled on board the inaugural flight that departed Charleston, South Carolina on Tuesday and arrived in Muscat on Wednesday. Eng Abdulaziz al Raisi, acting CEO, Oman Air said, “Oman Air is adding new aircraft to its fast growing fleet to keep up with the expansion programme. The delivery of new aircraft is part of Oman Air’s ambitious and dynamic programme of fleet and network expansion. The national carrier is continuing to invest with the key focus of providing guests with the very best on board experience.”

With the addition of this latest Dreamliner, Oman Air operates seven Boeing 787 Dreamliners aircraft. This aircraft will be utilised on Oman Air’s European and Far-Eastern sectors. Maintaining a young and efficient fleet, the delivery of new aircraft is part of the national carrier’s future network growth.

To complement the new additions to the fleet, the airline has recently ordered 30 Boeing 737 MAX enabling a diverse range of configurations and cutting-edge entertainment to enhance Oman Air’s guest travel experiences.