Qantas To Launch 787 with Melbourne – LA Route
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Qantas will inaugurate long-haul flights with its new Boeing 787-9s by flying them between Melbourne and Los Angeles from December 15, 2017.
The flight will be operated six times a week, replacing the current twice-weekly flight operated by a 747-400.
Qantas also operates a daily Airbus A380 flight between Melbourne and Los Angeles.
The carrier recently announced that it would fly its 787s non-stop between Perth and London from March 2018.
Qantas has eight 787-9s on firm order.
Questions & Answers
Q.When will the new Boeing 787-9s begin flying the Melbourne to Los Angeles route?
When will the new Boeing 787-9s begin flying the Melbourne to Los Angeles route?
The new Boeing 787-9s will commence their long-haul flights between Melbourne and Los Angeles starting from December 15, 2017. This is the inauguration of the new aircraft on this specific route.
Q.How frequently will the new 787-9 service operate between Melbourne and Los Angeles?
How frequently will the new 787-9 service operate between Melbourne and Los Angeles?
The new 787-9 service between Melbourne and Los Angeles will operate six times a week. This new frequency replaces the current twice-weekly flight previously handled by a 747-400.
Q.Does Qantas operate any other flights between Melbourne and Los Angeles?
Does Qantas operate any other flights between Melbourne and Los Angeles?
Yes, in addition to the new 787-9 service, Qantas also operates a daily Airbus A380 flight between Melbourne and Los Angeles. This provides passengers with an alternative option on the route.
Q.How many Boeing 787-9 aircraft does Qantas currently have on order?
How many Boeing 787-9 aircraft does Qantas currently have on order?
Qantas currently has eight Boeing 787-9 aircraft on firm order. These new planes will be used for various long-haul routes, including the recently announced non-stop service between Perth and London.
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