Muscat – The aircraft, which landed in Muscat on Friday after departing from Boeing’s Seattle facility, marks a significant milestone in the airline’s ongoing modernization efforts. This latest addition brings Oman Air’s Dreamliner fleet to ten.
According to Con Korfiatis, Oman Air’s CEO, the new Boeing B787-9 aligns with the company’s strategy to maintain a modern and unified fleet. It supports the airline’s focus on financial sustainability while reinforcing its reputation as a world-class airline that is supporting Oman’s tourism and connectivity goals.
The new aircraft features a two-class layout with 30 Business Class seats and 258 Economy Class seats. It will be deployed across key routes in Oman Air’s global network. The airline’s commitment to premium cabin design and service has garnered international recognition, including the Best Seat Comfort in the Middle East award at the APEX 2024 Awards and Best Airline Staff Middle East at the Skytrax 2024 Awards.
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