Thai Airways reveals deal for 45 787-9 Dreamliners

Thai Airways has confirmed a deal for 45 787-9 Dreamliners, more than doubling its Boeing widebody fleet, in an order placed in December but listed as unidentified on the manufacturer’s website. The national carrier currently flies widebody jets (including 777s and 787s) to nearly 60 international and domestic destinations, including the Middle East, Asia and Europe. “This order will support Thai Airways’ ability to meet demand, foster tourism and trade, and create further opportunities for this carrier,” explained Brad McMullen, Boeing senior vice president of commercial sales and marketing. “To accomplish our company’s and the national carbon neutral goals by