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A new era for Hawaiian Airlines as it launches Dreamliner service: TPG was on the inaugural
16.04.2024 - 17:11 / thepointsguy.com
It's a big moment for Hawaiian Airlines.
After years of anticipation, Hawaiian officially launched service Monday aboard its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner — and TPG was on board the inaugural flight.
It's a day that's been in the making since 2018, when the Honolulu-based carrier first placed an order for a dozen of the new jets. Following a multi-year delay, the airline finally took delivery of its first Dreamliner in February, clearing the way for takeoff and showcasing stunning new interiors.
Hawaiian has an option for another eight planes, and the deliveries will open up more of the world to the carrier.
Hawaiian Airlines Flight 12, Hawaiian's Dreamline inaugural flight, left Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) at 1:18 p.m. and arrived at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) at 9:20 p.m.
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It was a fun day taking in the inaugural flight festivities and flying aboard this brand-new Boeing jet. There were live music and hula dance performances while excited employees handed out leis to passengers.
It's not only the new planes that make this an exciting time for the 95-year-old airline: The new jet is one part in a series of big changes for Hawaiian in the coming years.
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines announced in December that they would combine in a merger that would leave both brands standing, but with Alaska holding a controlling stake. The combined airline will also be part of the Oneworld alliance, which Alaska joined in early 2021.
Related: Why the Alaska-Hawaiian merger could be a win-win for frequent flyers
Hawaiian has had a long wait for its Dreamliners. The 12th jet isn't expected until 2027, and the airline has options for another eight. More broadly, the order caps a big move for the Hawaiian, which had relied on Airbus for its long-haul fleet since phasing out the Boeing 767 in 2019.
The 787 order (originally for just 10 planes) was first placed in March of 2018, though deliveries are now just three years behind schedule.
Hawaiian's medium- to long-haul fleet consisted of Airbus A330s and Airbus A321neos.
For now, the airline will be flying Dreamliners mostly on routes between Hawaii and California and Arizona. Hawaiian will use the Dreamliner on its daily Honolulu-San Francisco service. Additionally, select flights between Honolulu and both Los Angeles and Phoenix will see Dreamliner service starting next month. Hawaiian plans to start Dreamliner service from Maui's Kahului Airport (OGG) to LA beginning Sept. 8.
Eventually, it's possible the 787s could be used on longer routes to cities like Sydney potentially or even New York City. Below is the current long-haul map for Hawaiian
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