Until the pandemic, I transit regularly from TPA to PBH return connecting through BKK. It’s unlikely Thai Airways will get much for these planes right now, given how many planes are on the secondhand market, and how little demand there is. Image: 946919. Skybus Airlines (3rd) Airbus A319-112 N553SX (msn 3171) BUR (Michael B. Ing). Number of seats 507. Thai Airways is looking to sell much of its current fleet, including all 747s, a third of its A380s, and a good portion of 777s. The other four A380s will leave TG by 2566/2023. PSA (Pacific Southwest Airlines) McDonnell Douglas DC-9-81 (MD-81) N934PS (msn 48042) SJC (Bruce Drum). Unfortunately we’ve seen some airlines, including Air France and Lufthansa, retire their A380s early as a result of the pandemic. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Thai Airways operates a fleet of all widebody aircraft from Airbus and Boeing. The newest update is that Thai Airways has listed two of its Airbus A380s for sale. On November 5, 2020, the air carrier published an official advertisement for aircraft sales on the Thai Aircraft Trading website. Three Airbus A340-500s, delivered between 2005 and 2007, @Marco some planes, including 3 380s, are currently stored at the infamous U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport (UTP). - Photo taken at Sydney - Kingsford Smith International (Mascot) (SYD / YSSY) in New South Wales, Australia on February 16, 2013. Image: 941946. TG is not earning much from this class. Thai Airways International is restructuring and is planning to shed many of its aircraft in its mostly grounded fleet. On current fleet, THAI Airways operates 9 jumbo-jet “Queen of The Skies” Boeing 747-400. Thai Airways is continuing to put much of its fleet on sale, and it’s not good news for those who like flying super jumbos, or those who like Thai Airways’ first class. Any figures? I wrote a few weeks ago about many of the planes that Thai Airways put up for sale, including its entire 747 fleet. Thai will invest more in the A350 than any other just more economical and comfortable and look newer fleet but sadly no F only J but still good enough we love flying Thai and miss flying the last time was from Chiangmai back to Melbourne on the last day of January 2020 just before the covid hit hope to fly again soon. This is sad but understood news. Earn 85,000 Membership Reward® points | Terms Apply. I’ll say it again nothing like the gorgeous A340-600. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Posts: 11016; Joined: Thu Jul 28, 2011 3:01 pm; USER_STATUS: OFF_LINE; Re: Updated: Thai Airways enters Bankruptcy Protection #22548733. The future Thai fleet really should be around the A350 (-900 and -1000) for commonality, and the 787-10 for regional flying. First class is oftenly filled up from complimentary upgrades of Gold and Platinum holders anyway. Like there’s any market at all for these aircraft. The airline also is listing 12 Boeing 777s and nine Airbus A340s also for sale “as is”. Image: 948548. Like many other airlines, Thai has also been struggling to keep the light on, especially with Thailand’s borders still being closed. Perhaps there’s a way to have it as an upsell to J passengers. Lufthansa is considering to retire it’s entire Airbus A380 and Boeing 747-400 fleet. Number of aircraft 6. Thai Airways has listed several aircraft for sale online, inviting participation in the bidding process. Our modern wide-body fleet of aircraft provides both comfort and the latest in technology to sooth, relax and entertain. Sad just as when the Concorde was retired. Delivered between 1993 and 2003, the entirety of the TG Boeing 747-400 fleet is available. Thai Airways International Fleet Details and History. The aircraft for sale include: A300-600, B737-400, B747-400, A340-500, A340-600, B777-200 and B777-300. @Ben Dover: I don’t think the royals need First. THAI Airways configured their Boeing 747-400 with Royal First, Royal Silk Business, and Economy Class. Number of seats 375/374. The regional 777 were shite and often randomly mixed with the long haul fleet on some destinations. Your guide to THAI seat maps and fleet information, use this before you book or take a flight. The past couple of years you’ve been able to either freely, or for a small fee, sit in the F seats on flights with no F service. ‘It’s unlikely Thai Airways will get much for these planes right now, given how many planes are on the secondhand market, and how little demand there is.’ Also on sale are one Airbus A300, three A340-500, six A340-600, two Boeing 737-400, six 777-200 and six 777-300. These aircraft retirements also have implications for Thai Airways’ first class: I’ll be curious to see how this plays out, but it sure would be sad if Thai Airways eliminates first class. However, ... Class seating in a suite or enclosure configuration is available on Thai's Airbus A380-800 aircraft and select Boeing 747-400 aircraft since the 2012 refurbishment. Simplification seems long overdue. Universal Fleet for Airline. All of these aircraft were retired in March 2020, when the airline was unable to operate jets due to the closure of Thailand borders. The King was flying out of ZRH to BKK during the pandemic on a 777 which only had J. The capacity cuts at the mainline brand will be implemented as Thai Airways reduces its widebody fleet. Cabo Verde Airlines Boeing 757-236 WL D4-CCF (msn 25808) IAD (Brian McDonough). Embattled Thai Airways has put up its entire Boeing 747 and its 777-200/300 fleet up for sale, as it aims to raise cash amid a long-drawn business rehabilitation process. Image: 103289. Image: 944176. I agree with Ben Dover. Thai Airways has indicated it will not retire its remaining fleet of Boeing 747-400 aircraft as quickly as planned. Class of travel. TG should follow QR and install a Biz suite with a First class catering, amenities and service. Nordwind Airlines Boeing 777-2Q8 ER VP-BJG (msn 32718) AYT (Andi Hiltl). Thai Airways, the flag carrier airline of Thailand, put on sale its whole Boeing 747s fleet, the official air carrier's website shows. About BenBen Schlappig (aka Lucky) is a travel consultant, blogger, and avid points collector. Aero Continente (Chile) Boeing 767-2Q8 ER CC-CJR (msn 24448) MIA (Bruce Drum). Image: 951041. Image: 948273. I’ll take a 2007 A340-500 and a 2003 747-400, thanks. Image: 947992. The airline is selling all 10 of its Boeing 747-400 jets. Magma Aviation – Air Atlanta Icelandic Boeing 747-481 (F) TF-AMP (msn 24801) HHN (Rainer Bexten). The 747s will likely head to the scrap heap and the A380s sold for parts, potentially to EK. The owner of this site is not an investment advisor, financial planner, nor legal or tax professional and articles here are of an opinion and general nature and should not be relied upon for individual circumstances. Image: 948143. My shortest 747 flight (1hr Bangkok – Phuket) was on one of those 747s. SalamAir Airbus A320-251N F-WWDM (A40-OVI) (msn 9197) TLS (Paul Bannwarth). Thai Airways International Boeing 777-2D7(ER) Milan Malpensa (MXP / LIMC) Six Airbus A340-600s, delivered between 2005 and 2008 Image: 948356. 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Just Us Air Airbus A321-231 YR-NTS (msn 1153) PMI (Javier Rodriguez). Well, Avatar Airlines has delivered a letter of intent to purchase Thai Airways’ 10 Boeing 747-400s. The large Jumbo aircraft have been parked since March due to COVID-19. Our modern wide-body fleet of aircraft provides both comfort and the latest in technology to sooth, relax and entertain. Your email address will not be published. Overview; Planes & Seat Maps. Then you're in luck, because Thai Airways has ten of them up for sale. The rest were scrapped/long term stored. He travels about 400,000 miles a year, primarily using miles and points to enhance his first class experiences. I’d think the Qantas 747ERs would have been the hottest 747s on the market (if there was a market) and if i recall correctly only 1 or 2 of them was purchased. Earn 60,000 bonus points | 2X points on travel and dining. Image: 944466. Tibet Airlines Airbus A319-115 WL B-6451 (msn 5855) TSN (Michael B. Ing). At THAI we take great pride in providing service that reflects the Thai tradition of hospitality; warm smiles, attention to detail and gracious touches of Thai in all classes of service. Thai Airways has been in a bad financial situation since long before the pandemic, as it has been both unprofitable and in huge debt. The sale includes 32 widebodies, 12 of its older 777s, Airbus A340s, two 737-400s and a single A300. Of course, heard about this only by sayings, but it remembered me when reading the comment of Ben. Thai Airways is trying to sell its Boeing 777-300s. Page 1/1 . Image: 946349. Recently, Avatar Airlines also made a similar offer to British Airways to buy its Boeing fleet. With OMAAT growing rapidly, the economics might work for you to pick up one of these at discounted price. I would imagine that a major fleet simplification would be part of any reorganization process. Until recently, the airline was operating a fleet of eight 747, all of which, plus two already retired ones, are now up for auction. The Thai flag-carrier has listed its entire Boeing 747 fleet on its Thai Aircraft Trading website, which offloads decommissioned aircraft "for outright sale" on an as-is, where-is basis – which we're petty sure also means no returns and no refunds. Image: 946950. The carrier has put its 10 Boeing 747-400s up for sale. Image: 951037. I absolutely love flying F on Thai 380s & even the 747s. Thai Airways has listed its fleet of Boeing 747 aircraft in entirety on their Thai Aircraft Trading website, which offloads decommissioned aircraft for sale on an as-is, where-is basis. Looks like F in the air is going to be 777s moving forward. Wonder if any government would be interested to pick them up, either as executive transport, or use in the air force. Image: 948198. This move may not only mark the end of the Queen of the Skies for Thai Airways, but the end of first class all together. Image: 948019. Thai Airways has just listed its entire Boeing 747 fleet for sale along with several other aircraft. On current fleet, THAI Airways operates 9 jumbo-jet “Queen of The Skies” Boeing 747-400. Thai Airways Offers 747, Other Aircraft For Sale One airplane in Phitsanulok, two in Phuket, and the rest at both airports in Bangkok. They have 8 747-400s now. “super business class,” as we’ve seen at Malaysia Airlines. S7 Airlines (Siberia Airlines) Airbus A321-271N WL VQ-BGU (msn 8620) AYT (Andi Hiltl). I do find it curious that Thai Airways is trying to sell two of its six Airbus A380s: So for now we’ll have to wait and see what happens with Thai Airways’ A380 fleet. @Oliver The current Thai King lives most of the year in Munich/Bavaria. Well, the airline is now putting some A380s up for sale as well. Please check your email to confirm your subscription. Maybe even North Korea? At this point Thai Airways has one of the largest 747 passenger fleets in the world, and prior to the pandemic Thai Airways was planning to retire 747s by 2024. I’m not trying to correct you, just wondering if I’m missing something…. Thai Airways, the flag carrier of Thailand, currently operates a fleet of seven Boeing 747-400s. Register here to save your space. Air Malta (2nd) (JAT) Boeing 727-2H9 YU-AKL (msn 22666) ZRH (Rolf Wallner). The government banned first class travel for staff, so they renamed it, so they could still travel in exactly the same cabin. He chronicles his adventures, along with industry news, here at One Mile at a Time. Thai Airways still operates a fleet of around 10 Boeing 747-400s. Jazeera Airways Airbus A320-251N WL 9K-CBB (msn 9002) LGW (Antony J. Both the -500 & -600 looked great in TG’s colours. These aircraft are relatively old, with an average age of 19 years according to Air Fleets and it is about time the airline considered a fleet renewal. … Who will then provide FC ground services to LX pax in BKK? Image: 105379. One Mile at a Time is owned by PointsPros, Inc. On the short-term, half of its 787 fleet (four of eight aircraft) is currently grounded for … If you'd like to participate in the discussion, please adhere to our commenting guidelines. The airline intends to phase out all of its remaining 747-400s, 777-200s and 777-300s – many of which are over 20 years old – by 2022.. What happens to Thai Airways’ A380 fleet? Image: 902983. go! Listed online just like two French government Airbus A340s, 10 Boeing 747-400s and two Airbus A380-800s are on the offering.. The group ended 2014 with a fleet of 102 aircraft, including 19 narrowbodies and 83 widebodies. Airline Photo Galleries and Aircraft Slide Shows, From KOMO News: Report raises new questions about structural integrity of Boeing 787 Dreamliner https://komonews.com/news/local/report-raises-new-questions-about-structural-integrity-of-boeing-787-dreamliner, From Air Live. So why not improve these two classes. The company has to restructure sensibly and concentrate to increase it yields and profts in order to survive. COVID-19: What does the future of Canada’s airline industry look like? Please view our advertising policy page for additional details about our partners. Required fields are marked *. Thai Airways operates a fleet of widebody aircraft from both Airbus and Boeing, totaling 61 aircraft as of December 2020. I’m sure Iran would love to retire their 50+ year old 747(s?). They have a property close to Munich at a nice and prestigious lake site. Hoping they keep that even with just the six A380s. Thai Airways faces both a short-term and long-term problem. During the pandemic we’ve seen several airlines expedite their retirement of the Boeing 747, including British Airways, Qantas, and Virgin Atlantic. Sundair Airbus A320-214 D-ASMR (msn 2619) AYT (Andi Hiltl). Image: 948003. International Finance Business Desk Ultra-low airline startup Avatar Airlines has made an offer to buy state-owned Thai Airways’ Boeing 747 fleet, which is in the process of retiring. Image: 947865. Image: 947004. They are all between 15-30 years old. Number of aircraft 3/4. Stay connected via social media, or subscribe to our free email newsletter for tips on upgrading your travel and maximizing your miles! For the record, the last Boeing 747-400 revenue flight was operated on March… What a mess of an airline and fleet. Number of aircraft 12. Thai Airways Fleet Boeing 747-400 Details and Pictures. Even the long haul fleet needs a refresh and longer bed space in business, as if you’re over 180cm tall, you’re not going to be comfortable sleeping. @Lucky You list the following 340s as being sold: -Six Airbus A340-600s, delivered between 2005 and 2008 MIAMI – Thai Airways (TG) has put both its Boeing 747 and Airbus A380 fleets for sale amid the continuing COVID-19 pandemic.. Thanks Endre. Framable Prints and Posters. I believe they’re still trying to sell their A340s. First lounge service on the ground cost the company more than it is really worth it. TG’s management is delusional. Image: 952095. The Eco service is one of the best. Thai Airways Fleet Boeing 747-400 Details and Pictures. However, you could be right in that Thai may do it for the same reason! USER_MINI_PROFILE. They’re old and crummy seats on the 747’s, but it’s at least flat bed and a lot nicer than the business class seats. Advertiser Disclosure: Some links to credit cards and other products on this website will earn an affiliate commission. It seems like the airline is leaning towards keeping four of the six frames, though given the financial situation the airline is in, anything can change. That will be the end of TG First Class service. Thai Airways is struggling with ongoing financial losses as it faces possible closure. Boeing 747-200 Boeing 747-300 Boeing 747-400: 4 4: 15 2 13: 8 7 1: 27: Age: Boeing 777 … It was always a saying that the 747 operation was kept to MUC, because it had First and at same time the special relation of the Thai royal members to the Munich area. In the end it is likely cheaper for TG to take them, especially as they help TG eliminate a fleet type (the 747). But at the end of the day, the main reason to fly Thai F is the ground services. This was mainly during the years 2004-2014 and all the time Thai was operating the flight with the 747-400, while other European destinations were already served by the the more updated part of the TG fleet with 340s and 777s. Boeing 747 Active with Thai Airways. Roots Air (Skyservice) Airbus A320-232 C-FRAA (msn 1411) YYZ (TMK Photography). Unfortunately the timeline of that has seemingly been pushed forward by four years: I think it’s safe to say that Thai Airways’ 747s will never fly with passengers again. Help us fund therapy sessions for black women and girls, What You Need to Know About Airline Partnerships & Alliances, The Latest Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates & Policies, The news, resources, & information you need. The carrier has put its 10 Boeing 747-400s up for sale. Iraqi Airways Airbus A330-202 YI-AQY (msn 1339) AYT (Arnd Wolf). For other airlines, like Etihad, Qantas, and Qatar, the future of the A380 is in limbo. Not a terrible airline overall and I they don’t disappear. Aer Lingus Airbus A330-302 EI-EDY (msn 1025) JFK (Robbie Shaw). 0100 D-AOLH (msn 11265) ZRH (Andi Hiltl). I do not expect this class of service after the pandemic. I tend to go west & catch a Thai air rather than go to JFK for an eastern route. Thai Airways Selling Boeing 747, Airbus A380 Fleet | One Mile at a Time onemileatatime.com - Ben. In September Thai Airways entered bankruptcy in Thai court, and the company is now reorganizing. Image: 946905. Thai Airways International is flag carrier of Thailand based in Bnagkok. That’s the case for Thai Airways as the airline has put up 34 of its aircraft for sale, including its entire fleet of Boeing 747-400s. 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Rather this just seems to reflect Thai Airways’ intentions to retire these planes, and for the purposes of the reorganization the airline is at least trying to sell them. Please view our advertising policy page for additional details about our partners. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Avatar Airlines wants Thai Airways’ 747s Thai Airways recently announced it will be retiring its 747s, and the airline is now trying to sell these planes. Image: 943157. Here is the full list of Thai aircraft for sale: Your Central Hub for the Latest News and Photos powered by AirlinersGallery.com Images. 10 Boeing 747-400s, delivered between 1993 and 2003, Six Boeing 777-200s, delivered between 1996 and 1998, Six Boeing 777-300s, delivered between 1998 and 2000, Six Airbus A340-600s, delivered between 2005 and 2008, Three Airbus A340-500s, delivered between 2005 and 2007, Two Boeing 737-400s, delivered between 1992 and 1993, The 747-400s for sale make up Thai Airways’ entire 747 fleet; they’re available as of the second quarter of 2021, The two A380-800s for sale make up a third of Thai Airways’ A380 fleet, as the airline has six of these planes; they’re available as of the second quarter of 2021, The A340-600s for sale make up Thai Airways’ entire A340 fleet; they’re available as of the second quarter of 2021, The combined 12 777-200s and 777-300s make up Thai Airways’ entire short haul 777 fleet, though the airline also has six Boeing 777-200ERs and 14 Boeing 777-300ERs, which are used for long haul flights; the airline also has, In theory just because the airline is trying to sell 747s doesn’t necessarily mean it will stop flying them for now, as the airline could be trying to see what it can get for them, The reality is that it’s unlikely Thai Airways can fetch much for these planes (, That being said, regardless of whether or not Thai Airways can sell these planes, it seems highly unlikely that the airline will keep flying them, given the capacity and fuel burn, If this reflects Thai Airways’ intentions, it means the airline would just have a fleet of four A380s going forward, which seems especially small, While Thai likely should have never ordered A380s to begin with, it has become the “flagship” plane for the airline, and has been used in particular for routes to Frankfurt, London, and Tokyo, If the airline were left with just four A380s, that sure represents a tiny fleet, Thai Airways has offered first class on its, With each A380 having 12 first class seats, that means the airline would have just 48 first class seats in its fleet, Given the current situation Thai Airways is in, I wouldn’t be surprised to see the airline retire all of its A380s, Even if Thai Airways does continue flying A380s, I have to imagine at some point the cost of. It’s expected that early next year we’ll know exactly what that looks like, so we’ll have to be patient. Thai Airways International; IATA TG: … While we do try to list all the best miles and points deals, the site does not include all card companies or credit card offers available in the marketplace. Note: Please see my Advertiser Disclosure. Best). It just puts a smile on your face. Thai Airways has not flown a 747 on a scheduled passenger flight since March, according to Cirium schedules. MSN : LN: Type : Registration : Delivery date : Remark: 26609: 1001: 747-4D7: HS-TGO: 20/10/1993: Parked since 03/2020 Named Bowonrangsi: 26610: 1047: 747-4D7: HS-TGP: 22/11/1994: Parked since 02/2020 Named Thepprasit: 27725: 1134: 747-4D7: HS-TGX: 12/11/1997: Parked since 03/2020 Named Sirisobhakya: 32370: 1278: 747 … In 2004-2014 he was crown prince and that would have been more than enough to influence Thai Airways aircraft assignment. Airline Videos, Route Maps and Aircraft Slide Shows. Alitalia (3rd) (Societa Aerea Italiana) Boeing 777-3Q8 ER EI-WLA (msn 35783) JFK (Robbie Shaw). At this point Thai Airways has one of the largest 747 passenger fleets in the world, and prior to the pandemic Thai Airways was planning to … The deadline for potential buyers is November 13th. ROYAL First Class; ROYAL Silk Class; Economy Class; Airbus A380-800. THAI Airways configured their Boeing 747-400 with Royal First, Royal Silk Business, and Economy Class. West Atlantic Cargo Airlines (UK) Boeing 737-83N WL BCF G-NPTB (msn 32609) LGG (Ton Jochems). So They ordered 2 747-400 on June 16, 1987. Doubt there is much of a market for used 747’s. Image: 947945. The pandemic made the situation much worse. (iflygo.com) (Mesa Air Group) Bombardier CRJ200 (CL-600-2B19) N407SW (msn 7034) LAX (Ron Monroe). Midwest Connect-SkyWest Airlines Bombardier CRJ200 (CL-600-2B19) N498CA (msn 7792) CLE (Angelo Ballachino). Image: 946928. For the record, the last Boeing 747-400 revenue flight was operated on March 26, 2020 as flight TG 476 between Sydney and Bangkok with HS-TGA. It is a truly special experience totally different from the Middle East airlines. Another fleet of 747s bites the dust. Even then, the airline was primarily flying the jet on turns between its Bangkok (BKK) base and the holiday island of Phuket (HKT). During the pandemic we’ve seen several airlines expedite their retirement of the Boeing 747, including British Airways, Qantas, and Virgin Atlantic. That was exclusively 747s before the pandemic. Avantiair Fokker F.28 Mk. Boeing 747-400: 74R/74N. Scroll tab to view all data. Image: 948358. Azur Air Boeing 777-31H ER VQ-BZD (msn 32713) AYT (Andi Hiltl). Limited Time Offer: Earn 100,000 Marriott Bonvoy points | Terms Apply. A Thai court approved a … I guess some planes can be in storage for a long time. Thai needs a first class for royal passengers and the local elite’s prestige, so I expect it will stay, thankfully. Travel in the Time of COVID: The news, resources, & information you need. But both A380s ; connect them and turn it into an airport hotel . Pssst: wanna buy a Boeing 747 jumbo jet? Lots of HiSo Thais that will be unhappy if they get rid of F. Curious what this means for the BKK-HND route. Thai Airways which is currently under bankruptcy administration is working on overhauling their fleet and is probing interest of potential buyers of used Airbus A380 and Boeing 747 aircraft. Air Commerce Sarajevo (JAT) Boeing 727-2H9 YU-AKE (msn 21037) ZRH (Rolf Wallner). It would be interesting to know just how aircraft prices have been affected this year with so much supply of older thirstier planes on the 2nd hand market and so little demand for them. I think it goes without saying that there’s no secondhand market for these planes. 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