On March 25, a Qantas Boeing 787-9 successfully completed a truly historic flight — the first non-stop passenger flight from Australia to the UK. The plane spent more than 17 hours in the sky and flew 14,498 kilometers. There were 200 passengers and 16 crew members on board.
One of the passengers of the historic flight Wayne Kwong (Wayne Kwong) spoke in detail about how it was, and shared photos.
From Australia to the UK in 17 hours without a transfer: one of the passengers shared how it was Source: Daily Mail
The new flight from Perth, Australia, is about three hours faster compared to other flights that include stops in the Middle East to refuel or replace the aircraft.
Representatives of the airline said that for a more comfortable long flight in the plane, they improved the air quality and provided a low noise level.
From Australia to the UK in 17 hours without a transfer: one of the passengers shared how it was Kwong was flying in economy class and shared photos. He liked the lunch: "Delicious and satisfying."
From Australia to the UK in 17 hours without a transfer: one of the passengers shared how it was Other passengers also shared shots of a menu specially compiled for the flight and free essential kits.
From Australia to the UK in 17 hours without a transfer: one of the passengers shared how it was The plane was equipped with refrigerators with free drinks and snacks.
From Australia to the UK in 17 hours without a transfer: one of the passengers shared how it wasFrom Australia to the UK in 17 hours without a transfer: one of the passengers shared how it was Even the snacks were chosen so that passengers did not suffer from dehydration, poor sleep and belt changes.
From Australia to the UK in 17 hours without a transfer: one of the passengers shared how it was In business class, a traditional British roast was served for lunch.
In addition to the main course and a free refrigerator with snacks, there was also a breakfast with fresh pastries.
From Australia to the UK in 17 hours without a transfer: one of the passengers shared how it was The essential kit included a sleep mask, earplugs, a blanket and a toothbrush.
From Australia to the UK in 17 hours without a transfer: one of the passengers shared how it was During the flight, the plane got into turbulence zones due to tropical cyclone Marcus.
From Australia to the UK in 17 hours without a transfer: one of the passengers shared how it was One of the flight attendants with drinks. There were a total of 16 crew members on board.
From Australia to the UK in 17 hours without a transfer: one of the passengers shared how it was At London Heathrow Airport, employees of Qantas Airlines operating the flight greeted the plane with flags of Australia and Great Britain.
From Australia to the UK in 17 hours without a transfer: one of the passengers shared how it was The passengers of the historic flight were greeted by dancers in traditional Australian costumes.
From Australia to the UK in 17 hours without a transfer: one of the passengers shared how it was One of the travelers, Jonathan Thompson, with the captain of the plane, Andrew Simpson.