China Airlines receives first 777-36N(ER)

China Airlines 777-36N(ER)

(Boeing)

Taiwanese flag carrier China Airlines has taken delivery of its first of 10 Boeing 777-36N(ER)s B-18051.

 

The aircraft will be used on routes to Hong Kong in October and will eventually be introduced on transpacific routes, connecting Taipei with major cities in North America, including, San Francisco and New York.

 

“The introduction of the Boeing 777-36N(ER) fleet is an important milestone for China Airlines,” China Airlines chairman Huang-Hsiang Sun said. “Over the past two years, China Airlines has taken a broad new approach and philosophy to cabin design.

 

In addition to enhancing safety and fuel efficiency, China Airlines is making a pioneering move in the airline industry to incorporate Taiwan's cultural creativity into its cabin interior. I am confident that this will leave a lasting impression on passengers and enhance our competitiveness.”

 

The airline configured its 777-36N(ER) to seat 358 passengers in a three-class layout highlighted by the new “Family Couch” seats in economy class, where three seats convert into a flat surface for rest and relaxation.

 

(Linda Blachly - ATWOnline News)