THAI AIRWAYS THREAD [Archive]

Isan

January 21st, 2005, 11:03 AM

Robin Richards
THAI AIRWAYS International will make aviation history from the start of May by starting an ultra long-haul non-stop flight from Bangkok to New York. Kanok Aphiradee, the president of the airline, told Business Day: “This is exciting and challenging for us. It will be the first superlong flight for us from Bangkok, using the new Airbus 340-500 series aircraft.

“It is also an entry into a highly competitive market. But we believe that the package we are offering will turn people’s heads round because we think we have an exciting programme.”

The flight will take about 17 hours and will leave Bangkok every day except Monday shortly after midnight, to arrive at New York’s JF Kennedy airport at 6.35am the same day. Return flights will leave Kennedy at 12 noon and reach Bangkok in the late afternoon a day later at 4.00pm.

The national carrier believes it has designed a competitive package. Instead of cramming the aircraft with seats, the New York flight will have no first class seats but 60 business class seats, 49 premium economy and just 113 economy class seats. If it wanted to cram passengers in, it would be able to carry about 300 passengers in economy. TG executives say that the business class seats and service will be of such a high standard that it will be almost equivalent to first class, but at business class prices.

The airline is also working on special promotional fares, at least for the first two months, of around 35,000 baht round-trip in economy. Such a low price would be specially good value for money, a bargain compared, say, to current bucketshop fares of more than 50,000 baht for a flight on an American carrier that stops at least in Tokyo and takes almost 24 hours. “We hope to win some business from our friends,” added Kanok.

The CEO also admitted that the US offered a special challenge because of the airline’s unhappy experiences in the American market. It used to fly to several points in the US and maintained expensive offices there. “We made a lot of mistakes,” said Kanok, “and then we pulled back completely except for San Francisco.”

Under Kanok, who came to the airline with a marketing rather than an aviation background, Thai International has put great efforts into promotion and marketing. It has persuaded all its 15 partner airlines in the Star Alliance to show a documentary film called Happiness Thailand on their inflight entertainment systems starting next week. The film will be shown on airlines that operate 14,000 flights per day to 772 destinations in 133 countries and will point to five different attractions that Thailand offers: friendly people, superb food, natural beauty, relaxing mood, and the taste of paradise on the beaches. Star Alliance carriers include Air Canada, Air New Zealand, All Nippon Airways, LOT of Poland, Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines and United Airlines.

Kanok hopes that the showing of the film on so many airlines round the world now will help to remind potential tourists of the many exciting holidays that Thailand offers and will be an important part of the campaign to woo back visitors after the tsunami disaster. The CEO and the airline won plaudits for their tireless work after the disaster, and Kanok himself spent more than a week in Phuket directing the efforts.

From this week until the end of March, Thai International has announced special promotional fares within Thailand to Krabi, Phuket and Trang, with discounts of 30 to 50 percent on flights and hotel packages.

SkylineTurbo

January 21st, 2005, 12:37 PM

Will the A380 for Thai Airways ever fly the Bkk-Nyc route?

Chad

January 21st, 2005, 02:02 PM

Will the A380 for Thai Airways ever fly the Bkk-Nyc route?

I think Thai will use that Dreamliner to make a routh so?

Isan

January 21st, 2005, 02:09 PM

Will the A380 for Thai Airways ever fly the Bkk-Nyc route?

A380 may not be flying for such long-haul while in non-stop direct flight service

Only A340-500 can be flying for such distance until B777-200ER being launched to the market as the longest cruisng aircraft in the world

30 min to one hr longer than A340-500 , total of 19hrs is allowed for each single flight sector

A380 would be implied for some routes of non-directly flight across Pacific ocean that pretty :cheers:

mamama

January 21st, 2005, 03:28 PM

Are there PTV in THAI AIRWAYS new economy class ?

Isan

January 21st, 2005, 03:43 PM

All new coming aircraft to be built in PTV for all classes :)

A340, B777 and A380

Hitesh

January 21st, 2005, 04:48 PM

I think Thai will use that Dreamliner to make a routh so?

I didn't know THAI was a launch customer of the dreamliner

mamama

January 21st, 2005, 07:45 PM

แล้วเครื่อง 777-200 กับ 747-400 เวอร์ชั่นเก่านี้ เค้าปรับปรุงที่นั่งใหม่แล้วหรือยัง ได้ช่าวว่าจะทยอยปรับปรุงเรื่อยๆๆไม่ทราบว่าตอนนี้ปรับปรุงเสร็จเรียบร้อยแล้วหรือยัง

kiku99

January 22nd, 2005, 06:38 AM

Chad

January 23rd, 2005, 02:36 AM

I didn't know THAI was a launch customer of the dreamliner

you do now.

Hitesh

January 23rd, 2005, 01:16 PM

you do now.
its not on the boeing website.

Isan

January 23rd, 2005, 02:57 PM

More up-to date info about the 7E7 ( dreamliner ) for Boeing

Order (http://skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=166166)

7E7 (http://skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=142634)

classhopper

January 23rd, 2005, 06:59 PM

Does anyone know how many A380 do TG order?

Isan

January 23rd, 2005, 07:24 PM

Star Alliance Members to show Thailand Documentary in-flight

Link (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=3113216#post3113216)

http://www.staralliance.com/star/frame/menu_images/SA_logo.gif

Isan

January 23rd, 2005, 08:04 PM

Does anyone know how many A380 do TG order?

Can make a check under link for details ;)

ORDER (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=166166)

classhopper

January 26th, 2005, 07:17 PM

^ Thanks krub K.Isan

kiku99

January 27th, 2005, 08:47 AM

Does anyone know how many A380 do TG order?
six...i believe.

Isan

January 28th, 2005, 06:41 AM

Thai Airways buys Boeing 777-200ERs

Link (http://skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=158391)

PADTHAI

January 28th, 2005, 07:30 AM

I hate TG. Boo hiss. Let the Hi-so pay for their tickets themselves!

Hitesh

January 28th, 2005, 09:47 AM

i think they have stopped that practice of giving free tickets to the hi-so (maybe only to a smaller crowd now).
i sitll think they are overpriced compared to other regional alrines like Singapore Airlines or Cathay Pacific.

mamama

January 29th, 2005, 06:52 AM

THAI will fly to moscow this August :banana::carrot::pepper:......what a great news and maybe fly to johannesburg this year, too.

kiku99

January 29th, 2005, 08:18 AM

I used to hate THAI as well. but not anymore since the service has been improved a LOT recently.;)

Chad

February 1st, 2005, 12:19 PM

I didn't know THAI was a launch customer of the dreamliner

They will use Boeing 777 for NY Routh.

Chad

February 1st, 2005, 12:25 PM

THAI Receives Plaque from WHO for Excellent In-Cabin Management of Hygienic Systems

Thai Airways International Public Company Limited was awarded a plaque from the World Health Organization (WHO) for excellent in-cabin management of hygienic systems, in Geneva, Switzerland, recently.

Mr. Kanok Abhiradee, THAI’s President, said that the World Health Organization (WHO) presented THAI with a plaque commending the airline for implementing excellent in-cabin management of hygienic systems, during a plaque presentation ceremony that took place in Geneva, Switzerland. THAI’s employees are very honored that the airline has been recognized with such a prestigious award, which is the first award of this kind to be presented to a private organization by the WHO; THAI is the first company to receive this award. THAI received this award due to introduction of preventive SARS measures that the airline has continually implemented following the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) outbreak. In addition, the airline was commended for the creation of its Biological Outbreak Operation Manual, being the first airline in the world to introduce such a manual.

THAI introduced various preventive measures to guard against the spread of SARS that includes aviation measures such as spraying Ecotru 1453, thoroughly cleaning all in-cabin aircraft equipment or facilities at 36 touch points, inspection of aircraft air circulation systems, changing air filters prior to expiry, and more. THAI was also commended for its inflight measures, air crew and cabin crew measures. As for measures to guard against the spread of SARS, THAI inspected hygiene levels in raw materials and production processes, so that passengers may remain confident in consumption of meals made from poultry that were produced by THAI Catering.

Currently, THAI has implemented “The Most Hygienic In-Cabin Environment” program stressing the importance of hygiene in the passenger cabin, which includes food safety, importance of cleanliness, with all THAI employees continuously implementing these procedures through to present, and serves as another program that the WHO praised the airline for introducing.

In addition, during December 2004, Dr. Anarfi Asamoa-Baah, Assistant Director-General, Communicable Diseases, World Health Organization, traveled to Thailand to attend a briefing on the various measures THAI implemented and observed activities at THAI’s Crisis Management Operations Center that coordinates crises with various functions both inside and outside of the company whenever incidents occur that effect the company.

The WHO’s recognition of THAI’s efforts serves as evidence that its passengers are confident in THAI, taking action in the facilitation of every concern and need. This includes implementation of preventive measures in the area of public health, evident from commendation that THAI has received from the WHO.

http://www.thaiairways.com/images/PressRelease/WHO03.jpg

Hitesh

February 2nd, 2005, 07:44 AM

I read some time ago THAI wanted to fly to NY via the north pole (like cathay pacific does).
are they still going to go through with this plan?

Chad

February 2nd, 2005, 08:34 AM

I read some time ago THAI wanted to fly to NY via the north pole (like cathay pacific does).
are they still going to go through with this plan?

I donno, but think so actually.

Chad

February 5th, 2005, 06:42 PM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/chady/Bangkok2/DSC00558.jpg

Odonto

February 5th, 2005, 06:54 PM

is that sky train ad ? cool

BKKinTO

February 6th, 2005, 03:39 AM

I think so,nice isn't it.

Mitlax

February 22nd, 2005, 10:53 AM

WOW VERY NICE AND EXCELLENT NEWS!!!!!!! THAI IT'S A EXCELLENT AIRLINE......

Imperfect Ending

February 22nd, 2005, 11:21 AM

I rather stop though if I fly to New York from Thailand... I don't like being on the plane for so long

Chad

February 22nd, 2005, 12:55 PM

I rather stop though if I fly to New York from Thailand... I don't like being on the plane for so long

u can jump out if u want...:D

PADTHAI

February 22nd, 2005, 10:37 PM

THAI management made me feel like doing so sometimes...

Chad

February 23rd, 2005, 02:36 AM

THAI Receives Plaque from WHO for Excellent In-Cabin Management of Hygienic Systems

http://www.thaiairways.com/images/PressRelease/WHO03.jpg

Thai Airways International Public Company Limited was awarded a plaque from the World Health Organization (WHO) for excellent in-cabin management of hygienic systems, in Geneva, Switzerland, recently.

Mr. Kanok Abhiradee, THAI’s President, said that the World Health Organization (WHO) presented THAI with a plaque commending the airline for implementing excellent in-cabin management of hygienic systems, during a plaque presentation ceremony that took place in Geneva, Switzerland. THAI’s employees are very honored that the airline has been recognized with such a prestigious award, which is the first award of this kind to be presented to a private organization by the WHO; THAI is the first company to receive this award. THAI received this award due to introduction of preventive SARS measures that the airline has continually implemented following the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) outbreak. In addition, the airline was commended for the creation of its Biological Outbreak Operation Manual, being the first airline in the world to introduce such a manual.

THAI introduced various preventive measures to guard against the spread of SARS that includes aviation measures such as spraying Ecotru 1453, thoroughly cleaning all in-cabin aircraft equipment or facilities at 36 touch points, inspection of aircraft air circulation systems, changing air filters prior to expiry, and more. THAI was also commended for its inflight measures, air crew and cabin crew measures. As for measures to guard against the spread of SARS, THAI inspected hygiene levels in raw materials and production processes, so that passengers may remain confident in consumption of meals made from poultry that were produced by THAI Catering.

Currently, THAI has implemented “The Most Hygienic In-Cabin Environment” program stressing the importance of hygiene in the passenger cabin, which includes food safety, importance of cleanliness, with all THAI employees continuously implementing these procedures through to present, and serves as another program that the WHO praised the airline for introducing.

In addition, during December 2004, Dr. Anarfi Asamoa-Baah, Assistant Director-General, Communicable Diseases, World Health Organization, traveled to Thailand to attend a briefing on the various measures THAI implemented and observed activities at THAI’s Crisis Management Operations Center that coordinates crises with various functions both inside and outside of the company whenever incidents occur that effect the company.

The WHO’s recognition of THAI’s efforts serves as evidence that its passengers are confident in THAI, taking action in the facilitation of every concern and need. This includes implementation of preventive measures in the area of public health, evident from commendation that THAI has received from the WHO.

kiku99

February 23rd, 2005, 03:37 AM

first one to receive the award. wow. THAI is really improving.

Bonshita

February 24th, 2005, 06:58 PM

Is this really THAI's new livery?
http://www.thaitechnics.com/webboard/picture/2834_0.gif
http://www.thaitechnics.com/webboard/picture/2834_1.gif

Gosh!!! Its so dam ugly!!!
source:http://www.thaitechnics.com/webboard/view.php?topic=2834

kiku99

February 25th, 2005, 01:16 AM

well. it's just different. i like both old and new design.

Speed

February 25th, 2005, 04:43 AM

BKKinTO

February 25th, 2005, 05:08 AM

Those colors should be like Thai flag though.

Imperfect Ending

February 25th, 2005, 05:51 AM

Is that a domestic plane?

Chad

February 25th, 2005, 07:46 AM

This is what They will use to accom the direct Bangkok-NYC flight.

Airbus A340-500 :

The world's longest range airliner

http://www.thaitechnics.com/webboard/picture/2877_1.gif

pon

February 25th, 2005, 07:51 AM

Juztination

February 25th, 2005, 08:04 AM

nooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Imperfect Ending

February 25th, 2005, 08:16 AM

http://www.guenter-schuetze.de/boeing/747/hs-tgo.jpg

This would be better

Cycil

February 25th, 2005, 11:34 AM

Old one look better. New one look like new airbus color

Speed

February 25th, 2005, 12:03 PM

http://www.guenter-schuetze.de/boeing/747/hs-tgo.jpg

This would be better

Yes!!! So uniquely, beautifully and proudly Thai :) :) :)

BUT probably too expensive to paint on every plane

Chad

February 25th, 2005, 01:51 PM

Why dont you guys just put some money in as a major share holders and urgs them that you will redesing the painting pattern...:D

Imperfect Ending

February 25th, 2005, 08:30 PM

i rather have it fly safely

Speed

February 25th, 2005, 09:48 PM

i rather have it fly safely

yeah, safe BUT also cool looking :)

how about something more dynamic and bold like new Gulf Air livery?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v417/speedracer7/coollivery.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v417/speedracer7/coollivery2.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v417/speedracer7/TG_Seat.jpg

February 25th, 2005, 11:36 PM

I dig that Gulf Air look! The THAI one is also really good, but in another way. :okay:

It was seven years since I flew with THAI last time but so far no other airline have IMO surpassed them in terms of the good service, food, entertainment.. well, the experience on board.

Chad

February 27th, 2005, 02:15 AM

I think the current paint-pattern looks kinda old.

Chad

February 27th, 2005, 02:23 AM

http://photos.airliners.net/7c5a51396edfc566ef6b5735b3e0946f/42211238/middle/3/5/3/785353.jpg

Chad

February 27th, 2005, 02:25 AM

THAI Flies Non-Stop to New York

From May 1, 2005, THAI will fly non-stop from Bangkok to John F Kennedy Airport in New York utilizing the brand new Airbus A340-500 aircraft. With only 17 hours flight time, you can arrive early in New York for business meeting and dazzling attractions all over the city.

http://www.thaiair.com/images/Travel_Destination/ny_interior.jpg

The super long-range Airbus A340-500 jet liners will mark a revolutionary step towards the new concept of Royal Silk Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class.

THAI’s Royal Silk Class provides maximum privacy in luxurious, two-abreast shell chairs in which to stretch out, to rest, to work, or to be entertained. The new Royal Silk seating offers 60 inches ( five feet ) of pitch, with 170 degree recline for sleeping.

http://www.thaiair.com/images/Travel_Destination/ny_seat.jpg

Completely redesigned cabin interiors will be launched with Airbus A340-500. The decor will be contemporary Thai, with ambient mood lighting and delicate soft furnishings. Lavishly appointed lavatories will be equipped with top-brand toiletries.

http://www.thaiair.com/images/Travel_Destination/ny_facility.jpg

State-of-the-art entertainment systems include large format, touch-control screens offering a very wide choice of film, feature and inter-active game channels, plus personnel telephones operated from each seat.

http://www.thaiair.com/images/Travel_Destination/ny_menu.jpg

THAI’s legendary Royal Orchid Service in-flight hospitality has been upgraded to offer unprecedented standards of personnel service, with truly gourmet meals featuring the best of Thai, Asian, and international cuisine, and the finest wines, spirits and liqueurs served to all passengers.

Imperfect Ending

February 27th, 2005, 02:43 AM

^ no plane cam? I watched the plane cam for 1/2 of my flight :D

kiku99

February 27th, 2005, 04:10 AM

very nice design. i like it.

Isan

February 27th, 2005, 08:56 AM

http://www.thaiair.com/images/Promotions/newyork_ad1.jpg

Go to >>>>>>>>>> (http://skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=3415800#post3415800)

BKKinTO

February 27th, 2005, 09:55 AM

Thanks guys

February 27th, 2005, 01:31 PM

http://www.thaiair.com/images/Promotions/newyork_ad1.jpg

BIG promotion to BIG APPLE

Six times weekly.
TG 790 BKK-JFK 0:40 - 06:35 Daily except Monday
TG 791 JFK-BKK 12:00 - 16:10 Daily except Monday

38,000bt for Y
45,000bt for ( premium Y )

Departure date : 01MAY2005 - 30JUN2005
Reservation/Ticketing date : NOW - 30JUN 2005
There, fixed it for ya :)

Chad

February 27th, 2005, 05:09 PM

Thanks jO.

Speed

February 27th, 2005, 07:05 PM

There, fixed it for ya :)

wow!! that's a really good price for Premium Economy non-stop from Bangkok to New York! :) Singapore Air from Singapore to New York non-stop in Regular old Economy is about Baht 53,000

I like the new TG business class seats on the Airbus A340s too! :horse: hope they finish seat upgrades on all the Boeing 777s, 747s and Airbus 300s/330s as fast as they can.....too long suffering with the old seats :cry:

Hitesh

February 28th, 2005, 09:10 AM

if you buy 2 tickets its 31,000 each. thats a pretty good deal

Chad

February 28th, 2005, 09:13 AM

Normally the ticket cost around 50000-55000 BT, in returns., good deal indeed.

Chad

February 28th, 2005, 09:14 AM

http://www.thaiairways.com/images/Homepage/newyork_ad.gif

Chad

February 28th, 2005, 09:15 AM

Here is the seat map :

http://www.thaiairways.com/images/Travel_Destination/Aircraft_Seatmaps/A3452_l.jpg

Speed

February 28th, 2005, 03:04 PM

if you buy 2 tickets its 31,000 each. thats a pretty good deal

wow really?? time to gather a group of friends for New York party tour :banana: maybe a TV show tour "Friends" "Sex & the City" and "Will & Grace" locations tour :)

Chad

February 28th, 2005, 04:19 PM

OMG, I'll be Jack then...:D

Speed

February 28th, 2005, 07:22 PM

OMG, I'll be Jack then...:D

Oh he's FUNNY!!!.....like a wierd American teenage girl :nuts:

February 28th, 2005, 08:18 PM

Is Friends showing in Thailand? If so, what channel?

Speed

February 28th, 2005, 08:24 PM

Is Friends showing in Thailand? If so, what channel?

on Channel 57 on the StarWorld channel (UBCTV cable service) which channel is included in the new "Platinum Package" of channels :)

February 28th, 2005, 08:59 PM

Ahh good!:)
There's no life without 'Friends'

Hobgoblin

March 1st, 2005, 12:22 AM

Now if only TG had a non-stop flight to Los Angeles, I'd switch over from Northwest :)

Speed

March 1st, 2005, 12:09 PM

Now if only TG had a non-stop flight to Los Angeles, I'd switch over from Northwest :)

yes, I think that it will come relatively soon :) now that TG is getting four (4) new long range A340s in 2005-06 and probably seven (7) more A340s and/or long range Boeing Dreamliners (B787s) in 2007-2008 period.

The seats on the older TG B747s are also being upgraded.

I flew on TG (older B747 with oldest seat configuration "744") on First Class (with an upgrade :tongue2: ) from Bangkok to LAX (stopping in Tokyo) and it was GREAT for food (buffet style with unlimited cavier (my favorite) and other goodies) and comfort (but the little video machines for movies were weird). On the new First Class or Business Class Silk seats with new in-flight entertainment, it will even be BETTER!! (and non-stop direct, the best :okay: )

TG is WAY WAY better (especially with new seats and planes and much better and friendly service :) ) than any American airline....the only real competitors will be top top class Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines.

Hitesh

March 1st, 2005, 03:53 PM

kiku99

March 1st, 2005, 04:27 PM

Speed

March 1st, 2005, 06:27 PM

I just got off TG 993 from BKK to SYD. I seriouslly think they need to do something about the interiors of their planes. The service from the aircrew was really good but the seats and the in flight entertainment (or lack thereof) were really crappy.

flight TG993 is on a Boeing 747 (but with the oldest 744 seat configuration) ...I've taken that flight a few times just to visit friends and play Black Jack in that cool casino you got in Sydney...Last time I was lucky enough to pay for the airfare and shopping! :nocrook:

The service from the TG crew is always good (and really is superior to the service on American and European airlines). For the seats, the upper deck in Business class is actually not too bad in comfort (and of course seats in First class in the nose of the plane are fat, cushy, velvety and comfy), but you are right the in-flight entertainment is bad on that oldest seat configuration....(I have never tried economy seats in the back area on the TG B747s (but everyone tells me they are roomier and better value than the economy seats on Singapore Airlines --but no TV screen on back of seat).

However, I dont think you have tried the TG B747 flights (which are mainly to Europe) they are much better in seats and systems....

BUT anyway TG is revamping the interiors of ALL of their in service B747s (starting with the oldest ones) so I think they will leap ahead in interiors (from the present interiors) and probably even excel more in their service...then it will be super great :)

(By the way, because everyone was talking about better interiors and seats on Lufthansa, so last December I tried a Lufthansa flight to Manila in first class on upper deck of B747....yes... the seats were great and hi tech, but the service was so UNFRIENDLY and mean from grouchy very old scary German female prison guards :uh: (I think they are not allowed to smile or be nice because it is against the rules)..... that I would glady trade better Thai service and friendliness and smiles in exchange for those hi tech seats....BUT very soon TG will have new planes and new seats and interiors on the existing planes so it will be great on both counts..... :) )

March 1st, 2005, 08:43 PM

Chad

March 2nd, 2005, 12:56 AM

"Is Friends showing in Thailand? If so, what channel?"
and on UBC series as well.:)

agree with Hitesh, the interior of most TG planes are quite old. but with the new planes and redesigning, i am sure they will be much better soon.

UBC Series, I think.

Sex and the City is over now, used to be on HBO same as Six Feet under.

There are some lots shows on BBC prime and Star World aswell...:)

Hitesh

March 2nd, 2005, 01:48 AM

Speed

March 2nd, 2005, 05:38 AM

Just curious, what does the bad in flight entertainment consist of?
I suppose it wouldn't bore me much after having flown with Aeroflot, Finnair, Iberian, Egypt Air, Novair and Ryanair in the last few years :D

Jo, on the current oldest seat configurations on TG, there are NO private TV screens (not even on the largest Boeing 747-400 models in First Class, Business Class and Economy Class)....you just have to watch whatever is playing on the front liitle movie screen (thats not good on a longer flight like from Bangkok to Sydney) (In First Class, they give you small wierd TV machines and give you a nice choice of movie cartridges)...DVDs dont work in those wierd machines....

on the newer existing TG seat configs in First and Business Class, there are little pop-up TVs at each seat :) and several movies and TV shows play and you can change the channels (in econ, no private TVs)

on the newest upgraded seat configurations (coming this year 2005) there will be hi-tech private TV screens on each seat (even in economy class!) and you can choose what program plays, when you want it to play and there are many more movies, TV shows, games, music choices etc.) :) :)

I also hope that they offer famous Thai foot, back and shoulder massages on board the flight just like they offer in the TG First Class and Business Class lounges at the Bangkok airport (for free!!) (I heard Virgin Airlines from England offers paid massages on board on their "Upper Class" areas on the plane :) )

gosh, I feel sorry for you if u must fly Aeroflot and those other horrible airlines....please try the world's greatest airlines (all from East Asia) of Singapore Air, Cathay Pacific and the newly improved Thai Airways!! (if you upgrade to Business or First, you will be spoiled and not want to go to other airlines or back to econ :cheers: use your frequent flyer milessss)

(I also heard that Emirates and Virgin and a few others are top notch too!)

Speed

March 2nd, 2005, 05:44 AM

Speed; you're right, you do have a little more room to stretch your legs in TG compared to SQ. I don't know if the trade-off is worth it though. I will be flying on SQ in about 3 weeks so I shall tell you then.

well if its a longer flight and Im in econ, Id rather have SQ's entertainment system :) cause most times I just move my seat to an empty row and spread out :rofl:

but if its a longer flight and you are able to upgrade to business class...do it...cause its really nice

Zoowatch

March 17th, 2005, 03:52 AM

http://www.airliners.net/open.file/797472/L/

what you guys think about this new livery?
i can't really say it's nice or not...
just that it will take me some time to get used to it.

....hopefully there will be further improvement(s) to the new livery
but this seems final...

Speed

March 17th, 2005, 08:46 AM

I dont like the new livery so much (who chose this???)

I like these better--classier and feels more Thai :)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v417/speedracer7/TG.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v417/speedracer7/TG2.jpg

Hitesh

March 17th, 2005, 10:27 AM

am i the first one to think it sucks?
the design of the present one looks a lot cleaner.

Speed

March 17th, 2005, 11:04 AM

am i the first one to think it sucks?
the design of the present one looks a lot cleaner.

I agree with you Hitesh...I dont like the new purple back...looks cheesy and cheap :( I wish they go with the gold better (they wont keep the current one for sure though).......
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v417/speedracer7/tgLIVERY.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v417/speedracer7/Tgold.jpg

March 17th, 2005, 07:31 PM

I am a fan of the classic designs, you know, a simple line or two that goes over the whole body. The previous Thai design was a bit like that.

Bah.. the new one is nothing special :( I do like that yellowish one though.. but I wonder if they would abandon their corporate color.

pon

March 18th, 2005, 12:08 PM

I think this one is the ugliest !!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v417/speedracer7/tgLIVERY.jpg

classhopper

March 19th, 2005, 07:06 PM

That is so.....

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Solblanc

March 19th, 2005, 07:41 PM

The new livery isn't that bad! I kinda like all the purple. Its purple without being ridiculously purple (unlike nok air :D)

kiku99

March 20th, 2005, 03:43 AM

i actually think that the new design isn't too bad. The old design is also nice..but too plain for me:)

Chad

March 20th, 2005, 04:01 AM

I think somehow it looks quite nice, have a sort of silky feeling look.

Speed

March 20th, 2005, 06:21 AM

The rich luxurious velvety purple color is nice (like wonderful Thai silk :) ) BUT the design is unbalanced (everything at back and nothing at front--very lopsided)...I think that makes people react negatively....

If they put purple color on both sides (front and back) like this, it wont be so bad:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v417/speedracer7/coollivery.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v417/speedracer7/coollivery2.jpg

pon

March 21st, 2005, 09:03 AM

Yes. The reason why I don't like it is the unbalance design.
I hope THAI will use this livery only for the this plane.

Sumeet

March 21st, 2005, 10:44 AM

gotta agree with u there speed, that Gulf air plane looks great.
if any one of us has some free time, lets try experimenting with our own colour styles, lets see what we come up with.

Speed

March 21st, 2005, 02:03 PM

yes! maybe we should send our best suggestions to the design department of Thai Airways and talk them out of the current bad design :) (after all TG planes will represent Thailand to the world!! Sky Ambassadors :rock: )

classhopper

March 22nd, 2005, 09:49 AM

But who did design it actually? Thai designers or foreigners?

classhopper

March 23rd, 2005, 08:22 AM

THAI Airways International Plc (THAI) is spending one billion baht in its ambitious plan to polish up its corporate image and restrengthen its competitiveness – which will also see the flag-carrier wearing a new logo – as it drives to rejuvenate itself ahead of the launch of the new Suvarnabhumi International Airport this September.
Kanok Abhiradee, the airline’s president, said he is trying his best position THAI to be the top-ranking commercial airliner in Asia, adding that he aims to see THAI soon taking the third-spot on the list of the world’s best airlines in terms of revenue generation, which is part of THAI’s ongoing policy to pursue excellence in service and raise its profitability.
As part of its image-boosting drive, THAI will be introducing its first-ever non-stop, long-haul service – the Bangkok-New York flight – on April 21, when it will commission the recently-imported Airbus- 340, according to Kanok.
He said, in April, THAI will also be adding Bangkok-Paris, Bangkok-Germany as well as Bangkok-Frankfurt flightss to its international network.
Kanok said as THAI attempts to brighten up its corporate image and reinforce its identity, it will focus on improving in-flight service quality and enhancing ground services before the launch of the new Bangkok international airport scheduled on September 29.
He said there will be a number of changes, which will include new-look uniforms, better in-flight facilities and services such as more comfortable seats, variety of news updates, state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment, etc.
THAI, he said, will have more efficient check-in counter services while there will be enhancements at THAI’s business-class lounges world to help promote the Kingdom’s rich culture.
”We have a lot to do before the deadline but we have decided to carry it all out simultaneously rather than taking gradual steps,” said Kanok.
“The tasks include changing the logo of the airline, employees’ uniforms and the look of its exterior, etc so as to rejuvenate THAI,” said Kanok.
Talking about market competitiveness, Kanok said its airfares will be certainly attractive, considering the upgrades being made to THAI, Kanok said.
He added that THAI’s airfares will be in the mid-range but the services and facilities it offers will be of top quality.

Source: Business Day 21 Mar 05

Hitesh

March 23rd, 2005, 09:29 AM

I think changing their logo is a bad idea.
Thai Airways has a pretty respectable reputation overseas and their logo is instantly recognisable as a quality product (not the best, but better than most).
I suppose they know what they are doing though.

Chad

April 9th, 2005, 01:48 AM

Logo changed is nothing much, just makes it 3d instead of the old one-sided picture.

Chad

April 9th, 2005, 01:50 AM

THAI unveils new brand image

BUSRIN TREERAPONGPICHIT

http://www.bangkokpost.net/Business/080405_news6.jpg
An Airbus A340-500 bearing the new-look livery and destined to serve the new non-stop route to New York, is rolled out at Don Muang airport yesterday.

National flag carrier Thai Airways International yesterday unveiled a new brand image, featuring a corporate logo boasting a three-dimensional look with sharper, more distinctive colours, a more modern look at customer contact points and a 14-billion-baht aircraft renovation programme.

''We have used the same corporate image for over 24 years. It's time to change, to modernise our image to better reach our customers,'' said THAI president Kanok Abhiradee.

The rebranding includes an initial investment of 14 billion baht to refurbish 24 of the airline's top aircraft, featuring new livery, redesigned interior cabins and seat reallocations.

Inflight entertainment and other facilities will be completely modernised under the two-year programme, featuring the latest video-on-demand and entertainment technology.

THAI will upgrade its 14 Boeing 777-400 long-haul aircraft by itself, with changes to its 777-200 and 777-300 fleet outsourced. Changes include new recliner beds for first-class customers and the introduction of a new Royal Silk Class for business customers. New Airbus A340-500 and A340-600 aircraft scheduled for delivery this year will also feature the new design changes, including a new premium economy configuration.

The new design was on display yesterday on THAI's latest aircraft, a newly delivered A340-500 that will be used to fly the new 17-hour, non-stop direct route to New York starting on May 1.

The modifications to the first 24 aircraft were expected to be completed within two years, with the rest of the airline's 83-plane fleet to be changed afterwards.

The rebranding will also include new staff uniforms, redesigned passenger lounges and ticketing offices and other modifications. The aircraft will feature iridescent colours through the use of mica paint, a first for the industry. ''The new identity will focus on three concepts _ High Trust, World Class and Thai Touch,'' he said.

''The change will affect all customer touchpoints, and is aimed at maximising customer satisfaction with THAI in today's increasingly competitive market.''

UK-based Interbrand was retained in 2002 to advise on the rebranding programme in a $2.6-million contract.

Panya Vijintanasarn, a well-known Thai artist, was recruited to help develop a new graphic to be used to symbolise the ''Thai Touch''. Designer Pichitra Boonyarataphan of RTD Textile Industrial was retained to help draw up new uniform styles for flight attendants and other staff.

Mr Kanok said the changes would help THAI continue to grow in the international market, with revenues expected to rise to 230 billion baht by 2008 from an estimated 150-160 billion this year.

THAI reported net profits of 10 billion baht on revenues of 151 billion for fiscal 2004 ending last September. First-quarter profits for the period ending Dec 31 were 5.7 billion baht on revenues of 46 billion.

Shares of THAI closed yesterday on the Stock Exchange of Thailand at 46 baht, unchanged, in trade worth 67.3 million baht.

Source : Bangkokpost : Apr 8, 2005

Chad

April 9th, 2005, 01:54 AM

New interiors, logo for THAI

Kwanchai Rungfapaisarn

Thai Airways International Plc (THAI) unveiled a complete makeover of its corporate identity yesterday.

The new look includes a redesigned corporate logo and total refurbishment of its aircraft.

The airline’s new corporate logo sports a three-dimensional look and replaces the old logo, which had been used for more than 20 years.

More than Bt13 billion will be spent on refurbishing 24 aircraft in the next two years – new seats and entertainment systems will be draw cards.

And there will be fewer seats in the aircraft to enhance passenger comfort.

“We want to move away from the traditional platform of customer satisfaction to customer delight,” said Kanok Abhiradee, THAI’s president.

“We want to become a fun and festive airline,” he said.

He said the first aircraft sporting the new look was an Airbus A340-500, delivered yesterday. The Airbus A340-500 will be used on six weekly non-stop flights to New York, every Tuesday through Sunday. The flights start on May 1.

There are other planes set for a makeover, including THAI’s 777-200s, 777-300s and 777-400s, which fly from Bangkok to Europe, Australia and New Zealand.

Kanok said that THAI’s new corporate identity revolved around three main ideals: “High Trust”, whereby THAI passengers trust the airline to deliver high safety standards, get them to their destinations on time and make sure they have a comfortable trip; “World Class”, an ambition to maintain a competitive edge over other airlines; and “Thai Touch”, providing maximum customer satisfaction and celebrating Thailand.

Kanok said the company had spent US$2.5 million (Bt99 million) to appoint Interbrand Co Ltd, a leading global brand consultant, to completely redesign THAI’s corporate identity.

“THAI’s brand is one of the most important assets it owns,” said Stuart Green, Asia Pacific director of Interbrand Co Ltd.

“As THAI’s markets experience rapid change with the growth of low-cost carriers, the new brand is an investment in THAI’s competitiveness as a premium, global airline, helping it become more focused on customers’ needs as it expands into new markets,” he said.

Kanok said THAI began corporate re-branding on August 28, 2002, once Interbrand had been chosen as a consultant. As THAI’s corporate re-branding consultant, Interbrand engaged the services of artist Ajarn Panya Vijintanasarn, whose portrayal of “Ayatana” communicated the importance of “six senses”: What one sees, tastes, smells, hears, touches, and feels in the heart.

It is not only on the aircraft that THAI has concentrated its efforts, as the national carrier is looking to better serve passengers from their very first point of contact, Kanok said. That means that the whole range of services, from reservations, call centre and ticketing, to website, advertising and promotional campaigns have been re-thought.

New uniforms have been created by well-known Thai designer Pichitra Boonyarataphan, whose designs are based on clothes worn in the Royal Palace and accessories worn in Thai classical dance. These designs were used in the uniforms to a achieve a sophisticated yet classic appearance unique to THAI, Kanok said.

Source : THE NATION : Apr 8, 2005

Chad

April 9th, 2005, 08:19 AM

http://photos.airliners.net/middle/2/8/5/806582.jpg

Chad

April 9th, 2005, 08:19 AM

http://photos.airliners.net/middle/1/8/5/806581.jpg

Chad

April 9th, 2005, 08:25 AM

The New Logo :

http://photos.airliners.net/middle/1/6/4/801461.jpg

Chad

April 9th, 2005, 09:09 AM

บินไทยยกเครื่องรูปลักษณ์ใหม่ หวัง'ความเป็นเลิศ'

การบินไทยปรับรูปโฉมใหม่ หวังพัฒนาการบินไทยสู่ความเป็นเลิศ มีภาพลักษณ์ของสายการบินแห่งชาติที่มีผู้โดยสารนิยมใช้บริการทั่วโลก

นายชัยอนันต์ สมุทวณิช ในฐานะประธานคณะกรรมการพัฒนาเอกลักษณ์ของบริษัทการบินไทย จำกัด (มหาชน ) เปิดเผยภายหลังนายวิษณุ เครืองาม รองนายกรัฐมนตรี เป็นประธานในพิธีเปิดตัวเอกลักษณ์ใหม่ของบริษัทการบินไทย ว่า การเปิดตัวเอกลักษณ์ใหม่นี้มีวัตถุประสงค์เพื่อพัฒนาการบินไทยสู่ความเป็นเลิศ มีภาพลักษณ์ของสายการบินแห่งชาติที่มีผู้โดยสารนิยมใช้บริการทั่วโลก

โดยเอกลักษณ์ใหม่มีการผสมผสานแนวคิด 3 ด้าน คือ 1. Hightrust คือสายการบินที่ได้รับความไว้วางใจในมาตรฐานความปลอดภัย ตรงต่อเวลา และสะดวกเวลา 2. Worldclass สายการบินที่แข่งขันได้กับสายการบินอื่นในระดับโลก และ 3. Thaitouch ความประทับใจด้วยสัมผัสแห่งความเป็นไทย

ทั้งนี้ การปรับปรุงเอกลักษณ์ใหม่นี้บริษัท อินเตอร์แบรนด์ ซึ่งเป็นบริษัทที่ปรึกษาที่มีชื่อเสียงด้านออกแบบที่ประเทศอังกฤษเป็นผู้คิดรูปแบบ โดยการปรับปรุงเอกลักษณ์ใหม่ยังคงใช้สัญลักษณ์เดิม แต่มีการกลับมุมมองสามมิติให้ชัดเจนมีสีสันสวยงามที่จะนำไปพ่นตกแต่งภายนอกของเครื่องบินด้วยสีพิเศษเรืองแสง ซึ่งจะเป็นปรากฏการณ์ใหม่ นอกจากนี้ ยังมีการเปลี่ยนแปลงเครื่องแบบพนักงานใหม่ที่มีการออกแบบให้พนักงานต้อนรับบนเครื่องบิน พนักงานภาคพื้นและหน่วยงานอื่น ๆ ใช้ โดยการออกแบบเน้นภาพลักษณ์ความเป็นไทยที่งดงามอลังการและคลาสสิก

นอกจากการปรับปรุงเอกลักษณ์และเครื่องแบบใหม่ บริษัทฯ ยังได้รับมอบเครื่องบินล่าสุดแบบแอร์บัส 340-500 ซึ่งส่งมอบมาจากโรงผลิตในประเทศฝรั่งเศส เข้ามาประจำฝูงเป็นลำที่ 82 ในเส้นทางบินตรงไปกลับกรุงเทพฯ-นิวยอร์ก ซึ่งภายในเครื่องบินแบ่งที่นั่งออกเป็น 3 ชั้น คือ รอยัลซิลค์ ซึ่งสามารถปรับเองได้ 170 องศา พรีเมียมอีโคโนมี ซึ่งเป็นที่นั่งที่ดีและสบายและเป็นที่นั่งชั้นประหยัด กว้างขวางมากขึ้น

Source : Bangkok Business News : Apr 8, 2005

pon

April 9th, 2005, 09:55 AM

http://photos.airliners.net/middle/2/8/5/806582.jpg

I can't believe THAI chose this ugly design livery to be its new livery. :bash:
It makes Thai Airways image the second(or third) class airline.....

mamama

April 9th, 2005, 12:46 PM

99% of foreigner love it..............but 99% of thai hate it..........

Isan

April 9th, 2005, 01:08 PM

Seem a bit weird but more good looking for B747 rather than airbus :D

Go to >>>>>>>>>>> (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=158391) THAI unveils new brand image

Pls refer to posted [QUOTE=Miracle 89]

Chad

April 10th, 2005, 02:22 AM

99% of foreigner love it..............but 99% of thai hate it..........

Most Thais are like that, hate everything about their country and love others.

Chad

April 10th, 2005, 02:24 AM

I can't believe THAI chose this ugly design livery to be its new livery. :bash:
It makes Thai Airways image the second(or third) class airline.....

I think it looks good, very eyecatching patterns with a brand new feeling yet does not leave the old sensation behind.

The modern look comes with an elegant color that matchs very well with the new image of "Modernly-smooth".

Bonshita

April 10th, 2005, 08:27 AM

I have to say it does look better in reality than those renderings. But the new uniforms...oh gosh:(

Kalix

April 15th, 2005, 04:52 AM

like the old one better. hate the wrap thing of the new one. the new uniform is aite...
what does the new logo look like?

all in all, its good to see the change of THAI after it had lost its int'l rank to Malaysia Airline.

I never fly Malaysia Airline. heard it's pretty good, anyone tried?

btw, will i have a chance to fly THAI Toronto-BKK?

BKKinTO

April 15th, 2005, 05:38 AM

Isan

April 15th, 2005, 06:03 AM

Are you planning to come to Toronto? You're welcome here! :) Anyway,THAI doesn't operate this route. Too bad. I wish they operate more routes for North American cities such as Boston,Chicago,SF,Seattle,DC,Philly,Toronto,Montreal,Vancouver.

I'll be back again :cucumber: :cucumber: :cucumber: :cucumber: very soon lah ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ hahaaaaaaaaaaa

Kalix

April 15th, 2005, 06:11 AM

Are you planning to come to Toronto? You're welcome here! :) Anyway,THAI doesn't operate this route. Too bad. I wish they operate more routes for North American cities such as Boston,Chicago,SF,Seattle,DC,Philly,Toronto,Montreal,Vancouver.

No dude, im already here in North York/Toronto....where ya at BKKinTO?

Yeah, I hate switching flights when i go back to Thailand. Air Canada sucks so hard, i must say...

i dont have US visa, so that's why I can't take the route via USA. :sobbing:

Isan

April 15th, 2005, 06:26 AM

Kalix

April 15th, 2005, 06:31 AM

CX?

is it Cathey or China Airline? sorry im good at airline short word.

but i best try it next time i fly home..thanks..:)

Isan

April 15th, 2005, 06:39 AM

http://www.cathay.ca/images/dbltpl_home.jpg

good price for http://www.cathay.ca/images/cyber_exclusive.gif

CX/Canada (http://www.cathay.ca/)http://www.cathay.ca/navimages/head_home_l.jpg

Wishing will have a great trip back HOME :)

BKKinTO

April 15th, 2005, 05:55 PM

No dude, im already here in North York/Toronto....where ya at BKKinTO?

Yeah, I hate switching flights when i go back to Thailand. Air Canada sucks so hard, i must say...

i dont have US visa, so that's why I can't take the route via USA. :sobbing:

You're kidding.! I'm in North York too. Where about? My apt is just opposite of the Fairview Mall. Sheppard and Don Mills. Yeah I would say AC sucks as well.! Yeah as Isan said CX is another option for you to come here,may be Korean Airline or JAL,but don't know if they have to stop over in US first.

BKKinTO

April 15th, 2005, 05:56 PM

No dude, im already here in North York/Toronto....where ya at BKKinTO?

Yeah, I hate switching flights when i go back to Thailand. Air Canada sucks so hard, i must say...

i dont have US visa, so that's why I can't take the route via USA. :sobbing:

You're kidding.! I'm in North York too. Where about? My apt is just opposite of the Fairview Mall. Sheppard and Don Mills.BUT i'm moving to downtown next month la. I'm bored with North York.Anyway,Yeah I would say AC sucks as well.! Yeah as Isan said CX is another option for you to come here,may be Korean Airline or JAL,but don't know if they have to stop over in US first.

Kalix

April 15th, 2005, 06:10 PM

Oh dude!, I live nearby York University (Finch/Keele)...what r u doin here BKKinTo?
so ya movin to downtown eh? yeah, downtown toronto is really cool, could be costly tho..

BKKinTO

April 15th, 2005, 06:20 PM

I'm studying at York U. Well,if we compare the price and location,I think Downtown is more worth to live. and from where I live right now,they are going to increase the rent again. Damn !!

Kalix

April 15th, 2005, 07:03 PM

I'm studying at York U. Well,if we compare the price and location,I think Downtown is more worth to live. and from where I live right now,they are going to increase the rent again. Damn !!

Oh cool! so ya goin to York!..what program r u doin? ur final exam is over yet?

Im a bach. com sci Dec 2004 graduate..

hey! maybe we should meet up at York or somewhere. It's weird,I've been here 2.5 yrs, but i only know one thai person..u, in any chance, will be the 2nd..

BKKinTO

April 15th, 2005, 08:04 PM

I'm in MArketing, exams will finish at the end of this month.
So you are in the 1st year also?

Kalix

April 15th, 2005, 09:44 PM

I'm in MArketing, exams will finish at the end of this month.
So you are in the 1st year also?

No dude, I actually graduated already hehehe..(damn! all of a sadden, I feel im grown old)

r u here by urself?

anywayz, wanna meet up sometimes for a coffee?

Kalix

April 15th, 2005, 09:48 PM

99% of foreigner love it..............but 99% of thai hate it..........

How do u know 99% of foreigner love this new thai theme? cuz it looks like a burrito wrap and thais dont know what burrito is?

April 15th, 2005, 10:00 PM

Dammit THAI, even RTAF is better at this game
http://www.cloud9photography.us/nonus/NONUS00070RoyalThaiAirForceAirbusA-300AASS8-1992.jpg

Simple, nice and classic

Kalix

April 15th, 2005, 10:09 PM

Dammit THAI, even RTAF is better at this game
http://www.cloud9photography.us/nonus/NONUS00070RoyalThaiAirForceAirbusA-300AASS8-1992.jpg

Simple, nice and classic

Hahaha, I agree with you, Jo...

kiku99

April 16th, 2005, 04:15 AM

How do u know 99% of foreigner love this new thai theme? cuz it looks like a burrito wrap and thais dont know what burrito is?
come on, I dont' think it looks that bad. I kinda like it actually. more colorful. the old one was just too plain IMO.
THAI just needs a new image like this.:)

mamama

April 16th, 2005, 05:17 AM

from forum in www.airliners.net

Isan

April 16th, 2005, 10:26 AM

You're kidding.! I'm in North York too. Where about? My apt is just opposite of the Fairview Mall. Sheppard and Don Mills. Yeah I would say AC sucks as well.! Yeah as Isan said CX is another option for you to come here,may be Korean Airline or JAL,but don't know if they have to stop over in US first.

KE, YYZ/SEL to BBK as same as CX BUT very bad connceting time after landing to SEL for BKK

and JL, don't fly to YYZ, only sector btw YVR/NRT/BKK ;)

Isan

April 21st, 2005, 10:22 AM

Go to >>>>>>>>>>>> (http://skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=3908643#post3908643) Thai Airways International investigates Aircraft Irregularity

Isan

April 21st, 2005, 11:02 AM

Thai Airways to launch flight on Ctg-Bangkok-NY route on May 1
Wednesday April 20 2005 09:42:07 AM BDT

Thai Airways is going to launch its direct flight on Chittagong-Bangkok-New York route on May 1.

"The flights will be thrice a week-- Sunday, Wednesday and Friday. We will deploy Airbus 340-500 to carry passengers from Chittagong to New York with transit facility in Bangkok," Weerawat Swasdibutra, general manager of Thai Airways International, told a group of journalists at Chittagong Press Club yesterday.

Swasdibutra said the airline will charge US$1,150 as return fair for each ticket.

The existing flight between Chittagong-Chiangmai-Bangkok will continue operations offering more attractive packages, he said.
"The package tariff for Chittagong-Chiangmai-Bangkok route will be US$ 162 that covers hotel accommodation, complimentary breakfast and two-way transfer between airport and hotel," said Sheldon S Dcosta, the sales promotion officer.
The Daily Star

shrunkenhead

April 21st, 2005, 09:11 PM

come on, I dont' think it looks that bad. I kinda like it actually. more colorful. the old one was just too plain IMO.
THAI just needs a new image like this.:)

I don't think it's that bad either. Although, the one design was more classic and timeless. This new design probably won't have the longevity the old one had. It is good to do some freshening up after all these years.

Bonshita

April 22nd, 2005, 04:39 AM

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http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y24/Shortfinals/TG345/IMG_3091.jpg

from airliners.net

Juztination

April 22nd, 2005, 05:05 AM

wow! they really try to freshen up...

Sumeet

April 22nd, 2005, 06:22 AM

finally something to be proud of....dont like the multicolors though.

RobertoBKK

April 22nd, 2005, 06:46 AM

Does anyone know if they're going to install PTVs on their 744s? I have heard some comments by people saying yes, but other people claim that the 744 that was recently presented to the press (the one with the new color scheme) doesn't feature PTVs. I believe that it would be a huge mistake for Thai not to install PTVs on their B744 fleet and it will fall behid its competitors in the region. I have the impression that Thai is only giving priority to its premium passengers, but it may be wrong, though. Any updates on this issue will be appreciated. Thank you.

mamama

April 22nd, 2005, 07:05 AM

no ptv in economy, it's true .They change only the colour of the seat. They upgrade only first and biz class on 744.............that's herrible

pon

April 22nd, 2005, 04:53 PM

Wow! the PTV on THAI economy class. At least 5 years later than CX's.
But good start.

Zoowatch

April 23rd, 2005, 11:04 PM

photographs from www.thaiaviation.net

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Zoowatch

April 23rd, 2005, 11:07 PM

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Zoowatch

April 23rd, 2005, 11:10 PM

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Zoowatch

April 23rd, 2005, 11:14 PM

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Zoowatch

April 23rd, 2005, 11:16 PM

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Zoowatch

April 23rd, 2005, 11:21 PM

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Zoowatch

April 23rd, 2005, 11:23 PM

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Zoowatch

April 23rd, 2005, 11:26 PM

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Zoowatch

April 23rd, 2005, 11:29 PM

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Zoowatch

April 23rd, 2005, 11:33 PM

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Zoowatch

April 23rd, 2005, 11:36 PM

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Zoowatch

April 24th, 2005, 12:06 AM

A brand-new, stylish corporate identity alone won't help Thai Airways compete with its neighbouring rivals, what really matters ahead is that the airline constantly delivers what it promises, in terms of safety, services and value. Moreover, THAI really needs innovation and the willingness to take risks, becoming the leading airline that pioneers new routes / destinations and dares to introduces novel in-flight services such as a wireless internet connection for all of its passengers.

By doing so, and in trying to enhance the level of services provided by flight attendants, i believe that THAI stands a very good chance of catching up with the other 2 giants, Cathay and SIA, reliving its old glorious days once again. As a frequent flyer with THAI, and as a Thai national, I hope that these hypes aren't just about new paints and unifroms, but they signify a new breath of life that is fast rejuvinating the airline, a new attitude in its working style and a bigger aspiration to be even better than before. Only with such that it can race to become the best world-class airline, and also a national carrier which all Thais would prefer to fly with.

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Kalix

April 24th, 2005, 12:39 AM

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from airliners.net

Wow!! Bubble gum Airline!!

kiku99

April 24th, 2005, 07:41 AM

wow. the interior of the new Airplane looks very very nice;)

pon

April 24th, 2005, 08:29 AM

Thanks Khun Zoowatch for many interesting pics.
I always love to see airplane picture.

The new THAI uniform is nice. The interior is good.
But I still dont like the new livery of THAI. I feel it could be better than this one.

Pas

April 25th, 2005, 02:31 PM

pon

April 25th, 2005, 04:06 PM

The new livery for THAI looks ok imo, it's simplistic yet capture the elegance and the 'smooth as silk' feeling ;) (but is that livery design only for the route between Bangkok-New York?). Good thing that they have installed LCD for every seats. Now they only have to introduce new X-Box or PS2 games on-demand to compete with Krisworld's Nintendo and card games ;)

I think it is for all THAI airplanes not only Bangkok-New York.

Chad

April 25th, 2005, 04:54 PM

BU-TE'!!!!!

Imperfect Ending

April 25th, 2005, 07:16 PM

wow. the interior of the new Airplane looks very very nice;)

nice until the 10th hour of the flight ;)

classhopper

April 26th, 2005, 04:48 AM

I won't sit on yellow seat absolutely!

Speed

April 26th, 2005, 08:05 AM

The new livery for THAI looks ok imo, it's simplistic yet capture the elegance and the 'smooth as silk' feeling ;) (but is that livery design only for the route between Bangkok-New York?). Good thing that they have installed LCD for every seats. Now they only have to introduce new X-Box or PS2 games on-demand to compete with Krisworld's Nintendo and card games ;)

Pas, on Thai Airways, the new Audio Video On Demand (AVOD) entertainment system also has iin-flight games (10 Nintendo Games :) ) (15 Single PC Games)(15 Multiple PC Games)

Hitesh

April 27th, 2005, 04:53 AM

i guess it will take some time ot get used to.
the new economy class is definately an improvement over what is presently offered.
I don't think the new business class looks as comfortable as the SQ or CX business class seats though. maybe im wrong.

Kalix

April 27th, 2005, 08:31 AM

i personally dont like the new interior of this new livery. I think the color looks too outrageous like bubble gum. Maybe its in trend. By the way this is actually a good start for THAI as they installed loads of equipments and improved the seats.

Anyway, do u think the passengers normally care so much about the equipments on the plane? For me i personally care more about the length of the flight and its schedule.

Hitesh

April 27th, 2005, 09:43 AM

in flight entertainment is pretty important to me when i decide what airline im going to fly.

Isan

April 27th, 2005, 10:06 AM

Foods are more important for me Lah~~~~~~~~~ :D
Especially to the long haul flight>>>>>>>>>Free bar service :eat:

http://tinypic.com/4qrint

Speed

April 28th, 2005, 03:28 PM

I don't think the new business class looks as comfortable as the SQ or CX business class seats though. maybe im wrong.

I disagree Hitesh...I have tried SQ and CX business class seats many times and I think the new TG business class looks comfortable too :) cant wait to try them !!! new seats on A340s and some B747s so far on TG (alittle later all B777s and B747s upgraded)

THAI AIRWAYS
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v417/speedracer7/TGnewBiz.jpg

SINGAPORE AIRLINES
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v417/speedracer7/SQSpacebed.jpg

CATHAY PACIFIC AIRLINES
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Isan

April 28th, 2005, 06:16 PM

I liked CX very most and the C class's seat were great and comfort :okay:

Just noted new design seat are being installed for all A340D ;)

Go to >>>>>>>>>>>>>>> (http://skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=161273) Seat Layout for global airlines

Hitesh

April 29th, 2005, 01:05 AM

i suppose you're right.
i wonder why they've decided to use different coloured chairs on different planes though? I like the light blue a lot better than the dark blue.
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Speed

April 29th, 2005, 07:21 AM

Hitesh, the "darker blue" seats are in the first class section (they turn into flat beds) in the front part (nose) of the giant B747s :)

The "light blue" seats are the business class seats behind the first class section (and also on the second floor of the plane on B747s) The picture you posted is the second floor (upper deck) of a TG B747....I like this section best (after First Class section) because it feels like a luxurious private jet up there....

Of course First Class section in the nose is the ultimate!!! Just ten flat bed seats!!! with great buffet food on trollys whenever you want anything, pjs, private AVOD entertainment systems, etc. (the only bad thing is that the more cuter flight attendants are not in this section :( :cheers:

The colorful "bubble gum" seats are in the back of the plane in economy (and premium economy).....I guess that they want to cheer up the people back there (and calm down the people in the front in First and Business class :) ).

Isan

April 29th, 2005, 10:52 AM

The colorful "bubble gum" seats are in the back of the plane in economy (and premium economy)......

Not yet to discovery of Premium Y seat for most recently fly with us though UA and BR are implementation for long time and now SQ is followed

Where flight sectors were thay in apply?

Hitesh

April 29th, 2005, 04:20 PM

Speed

April 29th, 2005, 05:27 PM

oh right, thanks for clearing that up speed.
i kinda like the business class seats more than the first class seats.
but if im flying Thai ill probably be in economy, until i become some hot shot banker. *fingers crossed*

:) believe me the First class seats are better cause they are mostly single standing instead of two-by-two (more privacy--unless traveling with a close honey) and they lie flat if you want to lie down and sleep on longer flight ,,,,,,business class seats become flat but at an angle so you sometimes slide alittle :)

You dont need to become banker yet just to ride in front of the plane....just save mileage when u fly econ (on all Star Alliance flights like Thai, Singapore, United, Lufthansa, All Nippon, etc.) and also use credit cards which give you mileage.....I have already taken three free flights with mileage points this year in business class!! If you fly routes like Australia to Thailand often you get great miles points in no time :)

Chad

May 1st, 2005, 04:23 AM

"New" THAI in at Frankfurt am Main

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Chad

May 1st, 2005, 04:24 AM

"SHE" is beautiful

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Chad

May 1st, 2005, 04:27 AM

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timidtiger

May 1st, 2005, 08:01 PM

oh, im so dissapointed, that we will not fly with THAI this year >(

kiku99

May 2nd, 2005, 04:06 AM

somehow i can't see your pics Chad. :(

Chad

May 2nd, 2005, 04:09 AM

dang...Here..

http://www.airliners.net/open.file/827409/M/

http://www.airliners.net/open.file/827598/M/

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satit28

May 3rd, 2005, 09:58 AM

somehow i can't see your pics Chad. :(

it's quite slow...........

Speed

May 4th, 2005, 05:53 AM

Nice! the TG planes looks comfortable and at home with the other planes :)

BUT I just wish they were more "Thai" just to show off the "uniqueness" and "specialness" of the Kingdom...this would be great when they land in international airports around the world!! Everytime my overseas friends see the special "Royal Barge" painted TG planes there is alot of talking and comments about Thailand and wanting to visit etc.

Chad

May 4th, 2005, 11:29 AM

The Logo also changed on top of the THAI Headquarter Tower on Vibhavadee Rangsit Road.

satit28

May 4th, 2005, 11:35 AM

oh yeah......
i went pass it and i thought they sold the building..........
stupid me........

Kalix

May 5th, 2005, 09:27 PM

can anyone post the new THAI logo? I have never seen it.

uno

May 5th, 2005, 11:52 PM

It new logo from www.pantip.com
http://www.pantip.com/cafe/blueplanet/topic/E3454861/E3454861-89.jpg

Chad

May 6th, 2005, 02:23 AM

compare to old one....

http://www.sbyphuket.com/hp_thai_air.jpg

Kalix

May 6th, 2005, 08:03 PM

Thanks, they changed the font?

satit28

May 7th, 2005, 07:48 AM

who designed the orchid logo..........

pon

May 8th, 2005, 07:03 AM

http://photos.airliners.net/middle/8/9/5/827598.jpg

I guess new THAI design must be the same concept of Lufhansa behind in this picture. Simple and Clean with little colour in rear part. :D

Pas

May 9th, 2005, 04:36 AM

and they use similar color schemes too :)

pon

May 9th, 2005, 07:31 AM

and they use similar color schemes too :)

Yes, because they both are 2 of 5 Star Alliance starting member....

Kalix

June 9th, 2005, 03:55 AM

Thai carriers make world rankings

Three Thai carriers _ Thai Airways International, Bangkok Airways and Nok Air _ were counted among the world's best airlines in 2005 in a survey involving more than 12 million passengers by the research firm Skytrax.

The recognition was the first for budget carrier Nok Air, and only the second for Bangkok Airways, which ranked first among Asian regional carriers.

But national carrier Thai Airways, traditionally ranked among the leading airlines in the world, saw its position fall from fifth last year to seventh for 2005 (see table).

THAI was also behind Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines among best airlines in Southeast Asia. In that category, Malaysia Airlines placed first, Singapore Airlines second and THAI third.

THAI executives yesterday acknowledged the airline's fall in the rankings, but noted the survey was conducted before the airline implemented its 10-billion-baht makeover.

Sunathee Isvarphonchai, vice-president for public relations, expressed confidence that the airline would move up in the next Skytrax listing.

``We conceded that we were not as good as we would like to be. But things are changing now as we are able to remove constraints that bogged down our passenger improvement effort. We are in a much better position to compete with others now in terms of passengers appeal,'' she said.

Over the past several years, THAI has struggled unsuccessfully to regain past glory as one of the world's top three airlines. Budget constraints, internal politics, the lack of visionary management, poor staff morale and bureacracy have taken a toll on THAI's appeal to passengers, observers have said and written in recent years.

The airline has even downgraded its corporate objective, first from being ``one of the world's top-three airlines'' to ``one of the world's top-five airlines,'' and then to just ``the first choice carrier with the touch of Thai,'' the catchline that was introduced nearly two years ago when Thanong Bidaya, now commerce minister, was the airline chairman.

But the fact THAI has managed to stay in the Skytrax top 10 shows to many that the airline remains better than hundreds of others around the world.

For its part, Bangkok Airways kept its ranking as the best regional airline of Asia for the second consecutive year, ahead of Singapore's SilkAir and Air Macau.

M..L. Nandhika Varavarn, vice-president for corporate communications at Bangkok Airways, said the award reflected the airline's strategic positioning as ``Asia's Boutique Airline''.

Though it was set up slightly over a year ago, budget carrier Nok Air, owned partly by THAI, wound up third among low-fare airline in Asia, behind Malaysia's Air Asia and ValuAir of Singapore.

RobertoBKK

June 9th, 2005, 04:34 AM

Thai Airways will add three non-stop flights a week between Bangkok and Los Angeles with an A345.

The schedules are as follows:
TG 795 146 LAX BKK 2230 0701+2 Nonstop 17h 31m
TG 794 146 BKK LAX 2030 2010 Nonstop 14h 40m

These flights will operate out of Bangkok on Monday, Thursday and Saturday.

The other days Thai will send the B744 via Osaka Kansai.

This is good news indeed!

kiku99

June 9th, 2005, 06:10 AM

yes, a very good news about the Bkk-LA flight. :) but bad about the ranking from 5th to 7th. :(

RobertoBKK

June 9th, 2005, 06:26 AM

yes, a very good news about the Bkk-LA flight. :) but bad about the ranking from 5th to 7th. :(

To be honest I am not surprised about Thai falling to 7th. It is still a great airline, but its regional competitors are moving way faster when it comes to improve their on-board services. Not installing PTVs in their refurbished B744s is a terrible mistake... when will the managment realize that passengers in economy want an improved in-flight entertainment?

atom

June 9th, 2005, 08:01 AM

To be honest I am not surprised about Thai falling to 7th. It is still a great airline, but its regional competitors are moving way faster when it comes to improve their on-board services. Not installing PTVs in their refurbished B744s is a terrible mistake... when will the managment realize that passengers in economy want an improved in-flight entertainment?
I agree with you for in-flight entertainment.I hope Thai will do more in the future.

Hitesh

June 9th, 2005, 12:33 PM

Chad

June 9th, 2005, 12:34 PM

I'm not surprised with THAIs, on the otherhand...how the freak Nok Air ranked that high, service is so so so...so...so

Kalix

June 9th, 2005, 06:44 PM

The refurbished 747s still dont get PTVs installed? what the hell is that? the non-stop flight strategy is actually proving that they have been trying hard, tho. cheer up!

i heard the news recently that THAI just raised their employees' salary..prolly, they just realize they need to change the entire foundation of the company.

cHemon

June 10th, 2005, 11:47 AM

http://www.pantip.com/cafe/blueplanet/topic/E3493223/E3493223.html

interesting!
which one do u like

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pon

June 10th, 2005, 02:16 PM

Hitesh

June 10th, 2005, 03:41 PM

Kalix

June 10th, 2005, 05:23 PM

yeah, i prefer the first one..

June 10th, 2005, 08:44 PM

I like the last one, but with a smaller front logo as Pon said. But then that would also be too much white.

This is the worst imo
http://www.pantip.com/cafe/blueplanet/topic/E3493223/E3493223-7.jpg

Oh yeah and the coloring makes it look like they are carrying missiles :)

BKKinTO

June 11th, 2005, 05:49 AM

I like the second one

pon

June 11th, 2005, 08:02 PM

A340-600, it is very long. :eek:
http://www.skyliner-aviation.de/photos/01hstna.jpg

Kalix

June 11th, 2005, 08:08 PM

I used to be hating the design..now the more i look at it, the more i like it..

Kalix

June 13th, 2005, 03:49 AM

"คาเธ่ย์ฯ"ขึ้นนำแอร์ไลน์โลก โพลโชว์"การบินไทย"รั้งบ๊วย

"สกายแทร็กซ์ ลอนดอน" เปิดโพลครึ่ง ปี"48 ผู้โดยสารทั่วโลก 94 ประเทศ เลือก "คาเธ่ย์ แปซิฟิก" เป็นแอร์ไลน์ชั้นนำอันดับ 1 ของโลก สิงคโปร์ แอร์ไลน์ส และมาเลเซีย แอร์ไลน์ส ไล่หลังมาติดๆ ส่วน "การบินไทย" รั้งอันดับท้ายทั้งที่เพิ่งใช้งบฯลงทุนปรับภาพลักษณ์และผลิตภัณฑ์ใหม่ไปหยกๆ

ผู้สื่อข่าวรายงานว่าเมื่อต้นเดือนมิถุนายนที่ผ่านมา Skytrax ที่ปรึกษาในลอนดอน อังกฤษ ได้จัดทำโพลสำรวจความเห็นผู้โดยสารจากทั่วโลกที่ใช้บริการสายการบินนานาชาติจาก 94 ประเทศ จำนวน 12 ล้านคน โดยให้ผู้โดยสารพิจารณาคุณภาพบริการของสายการบิน 6 หมวด ซึ่งจะมีตั้งแต่สายการบินชั้นนำของโลก (best overall) สุดยอดโลว์คอสต์แอร์ไลน์ (best low cost) สุดยอดที่นั่งแต่ละชั้นในเที่ยวบินข้ามทวีป (best by class of service : intercontinental) สุดยอดสายการบินในแต่ละภาคพื้นทวีป (best airline by region-Asia) และสุดยอดเมนูอาหารที่เสิร์ฟในเที่ยวบินระหว่างประเทศ (best catering continental)

ผลปรากฏว่าสายการบินคาเธ่ย์ แปซิฟิก ครองใจผู้โดยสารในระดับโลกมากที่สุดถึง 4 รางวัล เป็นแชมป์หรืออันดับ 1 ถึง 3 รางวัล คือ สายการบินชั้นนำอันดับ 1 ของโลก สุดยอดการบริการในชั้นเฟิรสต์คลาส สุดยอดบริการแห่งเอเชีย และคว้าอันดับ 2 รางวัลสุดยอดเมนูอาหารบริการเสิร์ฟชั้นเฟิรสต์คลาส

และมีสายการบินจากเอเชียอีก 2 ประเทศ คือ สิงคโปร์ แอร์ไลน์ส คว้าไป 3 รางวัล คือ สายการบินชั้นนำอันดับ 4 ของโลก อันดับ 2 ในสุดยอดบริการชั้นเฟิรสต์คลาส อันดับ 3 ในบริการชั้นประหยัด และมาเลเซียแอร์ไลน์ส คว้าไป 3 รางวัลเช่นกัน คือ สายการบินชั้นนำอันดับ 6 ของโลก อันดับ 3 สุดยอดบริการเฟิรสต์คลาส และอันดับ 2 สุดยอดสายการบินแห่งเอเชีย

สำหรับการบินไทย สายการบินแห่งชาติของไทย ได้รับการโหวตผ่านโพลสกายแทร็กซ์จากผู้โดยสาร 94 ประเทศให้เป็นเพียงสายการบินชั้นนำอันดับ 7 ของโลก และอันดับ 1 สุดยอดบริการเมนูอาหารชั้นประหยัดในเที่ยวบินระหว่างประเทศ

บทสรุปจากโพลครึ่งปีแรกนั้นทำให้การบินไทยถูกตั้งข้อสังเกตจากพันธมิตรกลุ่มผู้ค้าตั๋วโดยสารและสายการบินด้วยกันว่า หลังจากเปิดโครงการลงทุนผลิตภัณฑ์และภาพลักษณ์ใหม่ไปเมื่อเดือนพฤษภาคม 2548 พร้อมทั้งในแผนวิสาหกิจ 5 ปี ระหว่าง 2548-2552 นั้นรัฐบาลไทยตั้งเป้าจะยกระดับเป็นสายการบินชั้นนำบริการติด 1 ใน 3 ของเอเชีย และ 1 ใน 5 ของโลก แต่ผลปรากฏกว่าโพลที่ออกมาจากความเห็นของผู้โดยสาร ซึ่งครอบคลุม 94 ประเทศ จำนวน 12 ล้านคน กลับไม่ได้สะท้อนบริการได้ตามเป้า

นายกนก อภิรดี กรรมการผู้อำนวยการใหญ่ (ดีดี) บริษัท การบินไทย จำกัด (มหาชน) กล่าวว่าโพล สำรวจความพึงพอใจผู้โดยสารระดับนานา ชาตินั้น ตลอดปีนี้การบินไทยได้รับความไว้วางใจให้เข้ารับรางวัลหลายรายการด้วยกัน และยังมีความมั่นใจว่าจะปรับปรุงและพัฒนาบริการ เพื่อแข่งขันกับสายการบินอื่นให้ได้ดีขึ้นตามลำดับ

RobertoBKK

June 13th, 2005, 04:03 AM

Thai Airways A300-600 in new color scheme... doesn't look as bad as in the other aircraft models, maybe because the fuselage is shorter and therefore we don't see so much white. :nono:

http://img203.echo.cx/img203/2120/hstal8vb.jpg

Kalix

June 17th, 2005, 02:49 AM

การบินไทยเจ๋ง!! คว้าแชมป์บริการอาหารผู้โดยสารชั้นประหยัด

โดย ผู้จัดการออนไลน์ 16 มิถุนายน 2548 19:08 น.

ผู้บริหารการบินไทยฟุ้งคว้าแชมป์สายการบินอันดับ 1 ที่ให้บริการอาหารสำหรับผู้โดยสารชั้นประหยัด จากการสำรวจความนิยมของผู้โดยสารจำนวนกว่า 12,334,283 คน จาก 94 สัญชาติทั่วโลก ซึ่งสำรวจโดยเว็บไซต์สกายแทรกซ์

นายกนก อภิรดี กรรมการผู้อำนวยการใหญ่ บริษัท การบินไทย จำกัด (มหาชน) เปิดเผยว่า ปีนี้บริษัทฯ ยังคงติดอันดับสายการบินยอดนิยม 1 ใน 10 อันดับยอดเยี่ยมของโลก จากการสำรวจความนิยมของผู้โดยสารจากเว็บไซต์สกายแทรกซ์ โดยเป็นสายการบินอันดับ 1 ที่ให้บริการอาหารสำหรับผู้โดยสารชั้นประหยัด อันดับ 2 ประเภทพนักงานต้อนรับบนเครื่องบินยอดเยี่ยมของโลกและของภูมิภาค อันดับ 2 ประเภทห้องรับรองพิเศษผู้โดยสารชั้นหนึ่งยอดเยี่ยม อันดับ 7 สายการบินยอดเยี่ยมของโลก อันดับ 9 ประเภทสายการบินที่ให้บริการอาหารยอดเยี่ยมสำหรับผู้โดยสารชั้นหนึ่ง ซึ่งผลการจัดอันดับดังกล่าวมาจากการสำรวจความนิยมของผู้โดยสารจำนวนกว่า 12,334,283 คน จาก 94 สัญชาติทั่วโลก ตั้งแต่เดือนมิถุนายน 2547-พฤษภาคม 2548 ที่ผ่านมา ซึ่งในปีนี้มีผู้โดยสารเข้ามาตอบแบบสอบถามทางเว็บไซต์เพิ่มขึ้นจากปีที่ผ่านมากว่า 1.5 ล้านคน

ทั้งนี้ สกายแทรกซ์เป็นสถาบันวิจัยอิสระด้านธุรกิจการบินและขนส่งทางอากาศ ก่อตั้งขึ้นในปี พ.ศ. 2532 สำนักงานใหญ่อยู่ที่กรุงลอนดอน ประเทศอังกฤษ สำรวจความพึงพอใจของผู้โดยสารที่ใช้บริการสายการบินต่างๆ ทั่วโลก การสำรวจปี 2547 ใช้แบบสอบถามสำรวจความพึงพอใจของผู้โดยสารผ่านทางเว็บไซต์ www.airlinequality.com เป็นการสำรวจความคิดเห็นของผู้โดยสารออนไลน์ที่ใหญ่ที่สุด เป็นที่รู้จักทั่วโลก และเป็นองค์กรที่ได้รับการอ้างอิงจากทั่วโลกด้วย

Chad

June 17th, 2005, 02:57 AM

This is great news!!, THAIS got some numbers of awards lately!! :okay:

kiku99

June 17th, 2005, 06:10 AM

yup.:) :okay: great news indeed. but hopefully the overall ranking will improve next year.

Wisarut

June 17th, 2005, 06:19 AM

Well, Many TYhaipassnegers have complained abotu the behaviors of ThaiInter Air Hostesses that they treat local Thia passengers as if they were lepers while treating the forigners as Royalty ... they have seen such UGLY acts too many time ...

Soonner or later, those air hostesses would be pierced with SHARPENED bamboo sticks, and TRASHED by spike clubs made from hard wood and steel nails .... :wallbash:

Kalix

June 17th, 2005, 07:06 AM

Speed

June 17th, 2005, 07:14 AM

everytime I fly TG, the TG cabin crew always think I am Thai (if I dont speak too much Thai :) ) and are very friendly and treat me VERY warmly..they also seem very frendly and smile genuinely with everyone.....

BUT when I fly Lufthansa and have German cabin crew :omg: very serious, unfriendly :hammer: sour service :ohno:

Kalix

June 17th, 2005, 07:49 AM

Same here, i never have any bad experience or service from the THAI crews, I have flied with them internationally more than 20 times in economics class..

i think they are very very friendly ppl, i speak Thai to them all the time, the service is always extraordinary.

i think the reason why the thais think they are being treated unfairly, is because they expect too much. most of the westeners asks for things they want, when the thais see those foriegners getting something that they are not, and they think its unfair to them.....and they are too shy to ask, and expect the crew to serve them..

i don't know i could be wrong, tho.

in the article, it says they got the prize for their catering, they absolutely deserve it.

fridaynightlights

June 17th, 2005, 10:15 PM

It will take time. From the servey, you bet, not many people have yet to be tasted the new Thai Airways' seats and inflight entertainment system.

satit28

June 18th, 2005, 04:14 PM

http://satit28.webplanethost.com/images/thai001.jpg

taken from a 1982 reader's digest..............
thought it's interesting................

Kalix

June 18th, 2005, 08:29 PM

Nice find, Satit.

The girl in the pic is prolly half thai..

Hitesh

June 18th, 2005, 10:16 PM

Wisarut

June 19th, 2005, 02:23 PM

Khun Hitesh,

Probablydue to the conflict with the US and the demand for the route to LA whichundo the flight to Dallas

pon

June 20th, 2005, 07:18 PM

http://home.online.no/~lkatz/fly/pixmix/Thai_747-400.jpg

The old style. Big and good looking.

pon

June 20th, 2005, 07:30 PM

http://as.wn.com/i/b2/642ab343a1b2a4.jpg

pon

June 20th, 2005, 08:19 PM

I don't know how old is this picture?
http://www.lecaravelleclub.com/HSTGL.jpg

pon

June 20th, 2005, 08:28 PM

one more...
http://www.wetwing.com/civil/jetsImages/earlyJets/cara.jpg

pon

June 20th, 2005, 08:32 PM

Do you know what airport this THAI is struggling? :D
http://pink.sakura.ne.jp/~smiler8580/hongkong/hkg7/330tha01.jpg

satit28

June 21st, 2005, 11:41 AM

the old jets looks really fat and small............
and suwannahong was on it???.........
didnt know............

Speed

June 21st, 2005, 06:28 PM

Do you know what airport this THAI is struggling? :D

Is that the old Hong Kong airport (Kai Tak)?

Kalix

June 23rd, 2005, 04:29 AM

เจ้าจำปี โชว์ศักยภาพซ่อมบำรุง แจงรับงานเดือนร่วม 2 พันเที่ยว

"บินไทย" กู้ภาพลบเครื่องขัดข้อง การันตรีประสิทธิภาพการซ่อมบำรุง เทียบเท่ามาตราฐานสากล ชี้แอร์ไลน์ส ยังใช้บริการปกติ แจงมีเครื่องบินทั้งในประเทศและต่างประเทศ ผ่านการดูแลของฝ่ายช่างเดือนร่วม 2.1 พันเที่ยวบิน

นายชัยฤกษ์ ทิพยจันทร์ ผู้อำนวยการฝ่ายวิศวกรรม บริษัท การบินไทย จำกัด (มหาชน) เปิดเผยกับ "ฐานเศรษฐกิจ"ว่า แม้ในช่วงที่ผ่านมาจะมีข่าวเชิงลบ เกี่ยวกับปัญหาเรื่องเครื่องบินของบริษัทเกิดขัดข้องจนไม่สามารถทำการบินได้ตามปกติออกมาอย่างต่อเนื่อง แต่อย่างไรก็ตามในส่วนของความมั่นใจจากบรรดาสายการบินส่วนใหญ่แล้ว ยังพบว่าลูกค้ายังคงมีความเชื่อมั่น ในการให้บริการของฝ่ายช่างของบริษัทอยู่เช่นเดิม โดยจะเห็นได้จากขณะนี้สายการบินต่างๆก็ยังคงส่งเครื่องบิน เข้ามาให้ฝ่ายช่างของการบินไทย ดำเนินการดูแล รักษาและซ่อมบำรุงตามปกติ และยังไม่มีลูกค้ารายใด แจ้งความประสงค์ขอยกเลิกการใช้บริการแต่อย่างใด

โดยในปัจจุบัน บริษัทมีจำนวนเครื่องบินที่ส่งเข้ามารับการดูแล และซ่อมบำรุงทั้งสิ้น เดือนละ 2,167 เที่ยวบิน ซึ่งในจำนวนนี้เป็นเที่ยวบินภายในประเทศ ประมาณ 500-600เที่ยวบิน ส่วนที่เหลือจะเป็นเที่ยวบินระหว่างประเทศทั้งหมด เช่น สายการบินเจแปน แอร์ไลน์ อินเตอร์เนชั่นแนล ส่งเครื่องบินแอร์บัส เอ 300 เข้ารับการซ่อมบำรุงจำนวน 24 ลำ สายการบินแอร์ฟรานซ์ ส่งเครื่องบินโบอิ้ง 747 เข้ารับการซ่อมบำรุง จำนวน 17 ลำ สายการบินลุฟท์ฮันซ่า จำนวน 1 ลำ รวมถึงสายการบินนกแอร์ที่ส่งเครื่องบินเข้ารับการดูแลหมดทั้งฝูงบิน เป็นต้น

ทั้งนี้บริษัทได้ดำเนินการซ่อมบำรุง ตามมาตรฐานเดียวกับสากล นำมาใช้ในการให้บริการ โดยจะแบ่งเป็นการซ่อมบำรุงตามระยะทาง(Scheduled Maintenance) ที่ประกอบด้วยการตรวจซ่อมในระดับลานจอด ก่อนที่เครื่องจะทำการบินในทุกๆ ครั้ง(Preflight Check) ซึ่งในขั้นตอนนี้จะเป็นการตรวจความพร้อมทั้งในส่วนของเครื่องยนต์ ปริมาณน้ำมันเชื้อเพลิง ความดันอากาศ และความดันลมยาง เป็นต้น การตรวจซ่อมบำรุงในระดับ A-Check ที่จะตรวจซ่อมตัวอะไหล่ทั่วๆไป ทุกๆ 250-700 ชั่วโมงบิน โดยใช้เวลาในการตรวจสอบประมาณ 1 ชั่วโมง การตรวจซ่อมบำรุงในระดับ C-Check ทุกๆ 15-18 เดือน เพื่อตรวจดูความเรียบร้อยของโครงสร้างเครื่องบิน ใช้เวลาในการซ่อม 7 วัน และการตรวจซ่อมบำรุงในระดับ D-Check ทุกๆ 5-6 ปี โดยในขั้นตอนนี้จะเป็นการรื้อโครงสร้างทั้งหมดออกมาดูความเรียบร้อยในทุกส่วน ซึ่งจะใช้เวลาในการซ่อมทั้งสิ้นราว 1 เดือน

รวมไปถึงการซ่อมในลักษณะที่ไม่เป็นไปตามระยะเวลา (Unscheduled Maintenance) หรือการซ่อมเมื่อเกิดกรณีอุปกรณ์ชำรุดเสียหายก่อนหมดอายุการใช้งาน โดยในกระบวนการนี้จะเกิดขึ้นกรณีที่มีอุปกรณ์ภายในเครื่องบินเกิดปัญหา ซึ่งหากพบว่าจุดใดมีปัญหาเกิดขึ้นบ่อยๆ บริษัทก็จะให้ทางบริษัทผู้ผลิตเครื่องบินหรือบริษัทผลิตชิ้นส่วนเครื่องบิน กลับไปทบทวนการเปลี่ยนลักษณะการออกแบบอุปกรณ์ชนิดนั้นๆ ใหม่ทันที

"มาตรฐานความปลอดภัยการซ่อมบำรุงเครื่องบินของบริษัทนั้น เป็นไปตามมาตรฐานสากล โดยยึดหลักตามกรอบปฏิบัติขององค์การการบินพลเรือนระหว่างประเทศ (ICAO) องค์กรควบคุมการบินพลเรือนของสหรัฐอเมริกา(FAA) และมาตรฐานด้านการบินของยุโรป(EASA) และญี่ปุ่น(JCAB) นอกจากนั้นยังอยู่ภายใต้กฎระเบียบกรมการขนส่งทางอากาศ(ขอ.)ด้วย ซึ่งจุดนี้ทำให้การปฏิบัติงานของฝ่ายช่าง เป็นที่ยอมรับจากสายการบินชั้นนำของโลกในการนำเครื่องเข้ามารับมาซ่อมบำรุง" นายชัยฤกษ์กล่าว

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