Virgin Atlantic takes delivery of first 787-9

Virgin Atlantic received (10-Oct-2014) its first Boeing 787-9 aircraft, with the carrier the first European airline to take delivery of the 787-9. Boeing Commercial Airplanes VP of European sales Todd Nelp said: "The first 787-9 in Europe will be a flagship for Virgin Atlantic's fleet, providing greatly improved efficiencies across its routes. The airplane, with its unique onboard features, will provide an unrivaled passenger experience, cementing Virgin Atlantic's reputation as a true innovator in air travel." According to the CAPA Fleet Database, the aircraft is owned by AerCap and is the first of 16 787-9s the carrier has ordered. [more - original PR]