Virgin Atlantic' first 787-9 to take inaugural service in Oct-2014, took nine days to paint

Virgin Group stated (24-Sep-2014) Virgin Atlantic's new Boeing 787-9 will take its inaugural service in Oct-2014. The first new 787-9 will be named Birthday Girl - in celebration of the airline's 30th birthday - as is configured with 198 economy seats, 35 premium economy, and 31 third-generation Upper Class suites. For entertainment, all passengers will have their own personal screen, and will be able to access WiFi throughout the cabins. The company said the aircraft took nine days to paint and will host an exclusive gig from Rudimental and Gorgon City during her first flight.