The Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner is the largest in the 787 family with a length of over 68 metres, a payload of 56-60 tonnes and can cover a maximum distance of nearly 12,000 km. Vietnam Airlines operates the aircraft in a two-class configuration with 24 seats in Business Class and 343 seats in Economy Class.
Dang Anh Tuan, Executive Vice President of Vietnam Airlines, said: “Being a flag carrier of Vietnam, Vietnam Airlines is committed to upgrading and expanding our fleet. We aim not only to provide the highest levels of passenger comfort but also to fulfil our mission of connecting Vietnam with the world, therefore significantly supporting economic and social development."
The Boeing 787-10 boasts a range of technological advancements and modern amenities tailored to enhance passenger experience. Highlights include a spacious cabin, comfortable seats, large overhead bin and windows, modern entertainment system, adjustable LED lighting, lower cabin altitude, cleaner air, higher humidity, improved temperature control.
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner has outstanding operational and fuel efficiency and is designed to be more environmentally friendly than previous generations of aircraft, with 25% lower fuel consumption and emissions.
Vietnam Airlines currently operates nearly 100 aircraft, including 5 Boeing 787-10s, 11 Boeing 787-9s, and 14 Airbus A350s in its wide-body category.
The airline mainly deploys wide-body aircraft on flights to Northeast Asia, Europe, Australia, and the US, as well as between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
The ongoing fleet expansion allows Vietnam Airlines to effectively accommodate passenger demand during peak periods, which is important given the aircraft shortage following engines being recalled on a global scale.
Fleet modernisation underscores Vietnam Airlines' continued efforts to elevate passenger experience and meet international 5-star standards.
