Air India, mega-deal in hand, set to fly high

Chennai: Fresh from concluding an aircraft deal worth Rs.35, 000 crore with U.S. manufacturer Boeing, Air India will try to meet the aspirations of India's globetrotting corporate whiz kids.
The interesting mix of Boeing jets (737s, 777s, 787s), especially the ultra long-range version with the technologically advanced cockpits, will fit in well with the AI's expansion plans.
Be it short or long hauls by these jetliners, passengers will experience a change on the ground as well as on-board. Besides large windows and spacious aisles, the Boeing planes will be equipped with mood lighting systems that will change to match the time, and the air inhaled by passengers will be not dry, Mr. V. Thulasidas, Chairman and Managing Director, AI. said.
To meet the specific needs of future travellers, Air India invited captains of the industry, including Ratan Tata, the Ambanis and the Birlas and the socialites to give their views on increasing comfort levels in the aircraft seats, complimentary toiletries to be provided for the First and Business Class passengers and improved in-flight entertainment.
21/10/06 T.S. Shankar/The Hindu

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