Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways will introduce the Boeing 787-9 on its daily scheduled services from Abu Dhabi to Kuala Lumpur, effective 20 December this year, and to Brussels, effective 3 January 2019.
The
new two-class 787 Dreamliner service features Etihad Airways’ next-generation
Business and Economy Class cabins, configured with 299 seats - 28 Business
Studios and 271 Economy Smart Seats.
Robin
Kamark, Etihad Aviation Group Chief Commercial Officer, said: “Kuala Lumpur and
Brussels are two very important destinations on the Etihad network, popular
with both business and leisure customers and we are delighted to be introducing
the 787-9 Dreamliner on these routes. Our customers can expect the quietest
cabins and our latest in-flight products and technology, one of the world’s
most technologically advanced and fuel-efficient aircraft.
“Our
customers flying between Abu Dhabi and these capitals continue to benefit from
convenient departure and arrival times at both ends, and those transiting
through Abu Dhabi enjoy seamless connections onto Etihad’s global route
network.”
Etihad
Airways’ modern fleet of 21 Boeing 787-9 aircraft feature innovative,
award-winning cabin designs and products, complemented by the airline’s
acclaimed service and hospitality offering. Flights include Food and Beverage
Managers in Business Class and a Flying Nanny in Economy Class to provide extra
specialised care for families with young children.
Timetable
Boeing
787 schedule to Kuala Lumpur, effective 20 December 2018
Flight
|
Origin
|
Departs
|
Dest
|
Arrives
|
Freq
|
Aircraft
|
EY 418
|
Abu Dhabi
|
22:30
|
Kuala Lumpur
|
10:00
+1
|
Daily
|
Boeing 787-9
|
EY 411
|
Kuala Lumpur
|
19:15
|
Abu Dhabi
|
22:20
|
Daily
|
Boeing 787-9
|
Boeing
787 schedule to Brussels, effective 3 January 2019
Flight
|
Origin
|
Departs
|
Dest
|
Arrives
|
Freq
|
Aircraft
|
EY 57
|
Abu Dhabi
|
02:50
|
Brussels
|
07:20
|
Daily
|
Boeing 787-9
|
EY 58
|
Brussels
|
10:05
|
Abu Dhabi
|
19:35
|
Daily
|
Boeing 787-9
|
Notes: All departures and arrivals are
listed in local time.
About
Etihad Airways’ Boeing 787-9 (two-class)
The 28
Business Studios offer direct aisle access, a fully-flat bed of up to 80.5
inches in length, and an increase of 20 per cent in personal space. Upholstered
in fine Poltrona Frau Leather, the Business Studio is equipped with an in-seat
massage and pneumatic cushion control system which enables guests to adjust the
firmness and comfort of their seat.
Each
Business Studio has an 18-inch personal touch-screen TV with noise-cancelling
headsets. Guests can also enjoy mobile connectivity, onboard Wi-Fi and seven
satellite channels of live TV.
271
Economy Smart Seats provide enhanced comfort with a unique ‘fixed wing’
headrest, adjustable lumbar support, a seat width of approximately 19 inches
and an 11.1” personal TV monitor on each seat. The aircraft has been designed
with enhancements including humidity controls while air pressure levels are set
to ensure a smoother flight, allowing guests to arrive feeling fresher.
The airline’s Boeing 787 fleet is equipped with the latest inflight
entertainment system featuring over 750 hours of movies and programmes, as well as hundreds of music choices and a
selection of games for both adults and children.