As the saying goes, life is a journey so make the most of it. It makes sense then, that the aviation Gods delivered us a small miracle in the form of the 787-9 Dreamliner.
The 787-9 Dreamliner is a game changing aircraft that has redefined flying and turned long-haul travel on its head.
United Airlines became the first North American carrier to launch the aircraft when they introduced a new direct service between Melbourne and Los Angeles last year – breaking a world record for the longest 787 route to date.
The Dreamliner is catching the eye of globe-trotters around the world and as United continues to gain altitude in Australia, here’s five reasons why you need to experience the ‘Dreamliner effect.’
1.Enhanced Comfort
Designed to deliver a world-class passenger experience, the 787 sets the benchmark for an unprecedented standard of service and comfort.
Significantly larger, electronically lit windows mean that United customers can quite literally set the mood for their travel. Adjustable lighting at the simple touch of a button heightens the flying experience for passengers are able to dim lighting yet still have a view to the clouds.
Comfort also comes in the form of space when flying the 787-9 Dreamliner thanks to higher ceilings and easy to use, spacious overhead bins.
2. Plenty of Zzz…
Wave goodbye to jetlag (yes really!) because United’s 787 Dreamliner has a lower cabin altitude and enhanced ventilation systems that reduces the effects of jet lag.
Versatile lighting can be optimised in order for passengers to adjust to their destination’s time zone so that they arrive feeling less fatigued.
Sophisticated technology senses turbulence and reduces noise on the aircraft. A calmer flight means that you can enjoy some shut eye and arrive feeling refreshed.
3. Get yourself connected
United’s entire 787-9 fleet is fully outfitted with a satellite based Wi-Fi so you can stay connected for the entirety of the flight across the pacific and capture your Instagram-worthy touch down in Los Angeles.
The aircraft also has power outlets and each seat features an adjustable headrest and a 22.8-cm personal seat-back monitor delivering a multi-channel Audio/Video on Demand inflight entertainment system.
As United continues to work towards increased connectivity on all of its mainline fleet, passengers can benefit from additional investments United has made to its services in recent months including refurbishments to many of its largest airport terminals including San Francisco and Los Angeles where tech-savvy guests can make use of facilities including self-tagging baggage kiosks.
4. A friendly foot print
Carbon conscious travellers will welcome the news that the 787-9 Dreamliner is far more fuel efficient than comparable aircraft.
A draw card for eco-friendly passengers – United’s 787-9 Dreamliner burns 20% less fuel and emits 20% less carbon dioxide.
5. Everyone’s a winner
Aside from delivering unprecedented operating efficiency, more comfort lower emissions, United’s introduction of the 787-9 on its daily direct Melbourne to Los Angeles service also benefited Sydney-siders.
Rescheduled flights from Sydney to both Los Angeles and San Francisco allow for earlier times departures times so Sydney folk can take advantage of all the additional connections, particularly to New York.
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