Etihad introduces B787 Dreamliner to Joburg, Lagos and Milan

April 11, 2019: Abu-Dhabi based airline Etihad Airways will introduce the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on its scheduled services to Johannesburg, effective August 1, Lagos, effective August 2, and Milan, effective September 1.

This summer, all the three destinations will be served with Dreamliner, replacing the Airbus A330s currently operating the routes.

Etihad Airways’ 787 is configured with 299 seats - 28 Business Studios and 271 Economy Smart Seats.

The airline said through a statement: “Etihad Airways extensive global network to and from Abu Dhabi will see more 787 Dreamliners introduced on key destinations as the airline takes delivery of more of the type.”