Air China Takes Delivery of First Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

Air China has taken delivery of its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, the first of 15 Dreamliners set to join Air China's fleet.

With the fuselage stretched by 20 feet (6 meters) over the 787-8, the 787-9 will fly over 40 more passengers an additional 285 nautical miles (830 km).

The 787-9 leverages the visionary design of the 787-8, offering passengers features such as large windows, large stow bins, modern LED lighting, higher humidity, a lower cabin altitude, cleaner air and a smoother ride.

"The 787-9 Dreamliner employs a multitude of cutting-edge technologies best represented by its electronic handling system and wide application of composite materials," said Captain Wang Yingnian, Chief Pilot of Air China. "We believe the 787-9 will become the backbone of Air China's international long-haul routes and will play an important role in supporting Air China's international development strategy."

Air China, headquartered in Beijing, currently operates scheduled flights connecting 174 cities in 40 countries.

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