AerCap delivered the first new GE-powered Boeing 787-9 aircraft to Thai Airways during a special ceremony attended by representatives from Thai Airways, Boeing, GE and AerCap at the Boeing Delivery Center in Everett, Seattle.
“We are pleased to deliver THAI their first new GE-powered, factory-fitted Boeing 787-9. Our relationship with THAI is decades long and this milestone delivery is a testament to our long-standing partnership,” Peter Anderson, chief commercial officer of AerCap, said. “This aircraft will support THAI’s ongoing fleet renewal program, enhancing efficiency and sustainability across its operations. We thank THAI for their ongoing trust in AerCap.”
Chai Eamsiri, CEO of THAI, added, “We are delighted to welcome our first new GE-powered 787-9 to the fleet, another milestone that reflects our long partnership with AerCap. The aircraft’s efficiency and range allow us to grow our network while offering our passengers a more comfortable, modern way to fly.”
