Thai Airways Overview
Thai Airways was founded in 1960, and it is the flag carrier of Thailand. Moreover, this airline is the founding member of Star Alliance. Therefore, the airline has codeshare agreements with various airlines like Japan Airlines, Scandavian Airlines, Air Austral, China Airlines, Myanmar Airways International, Gulf Air, Bangkok Airways, Aer Lingus, Emirates and Garuda Indonesia and many more. Furthermore, the airline’s fleet consists of 96 aircrafts. They include both Boeing and Airbus crafts. In addition, the largest passenger operations in Europe by an Asia-pacific carrier is done by Thai Airways. Lastly, apart from scheduled and charter flights Thai Airways also transports goods, parcels and postal via air transportation to cities around the world and Thailand.
Thai Airways Hub and Destinations
Thai Airways has its main hub airport as Suvarnabhumi Airport. The airline operates flights to 101 destinations across 37 countries. Moreover, the airline operates routes mostly South/Southwest Asia, Europe and East Asia. Furthermore, it also operates flights to a few cities in Oceania. In addition to this, some of the destinations that the airline flies to include Ahmedabad, Amsterdam, Auckland, Bangkok, Brisbane, Chengdu, Changsha, Chennai, Chongqing, Delhi, Da Nang, Denpasar, Dubai, London, Madrid, Mae Hon Son, Mae Sot, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Nagoya, New York, Phrae, Phuket, Riyadh, Sajon Nakhon, Sapporo and many others. Domestic destinations include Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Udon Thani, Khon Kaen, Ubon Ratchathani, Samui, Surat Thani, Phuket and Krabi.
Thai Airways Travel Class
This airline offers passengers three travel classes. They are Economy Class, Royal Silk Class and Royal First Class.
Royal First class
Thai Airways first class cabin is the most luxurious and elegant cabin that provides the finest experience on-board. Moreover, the passengers can benefit from priority service at the Airport. In addition to this they can visit the Royal Thai massage at the Royal first class lounge, which they have access to, to experience the Thai style massage. So the more on-board The airline welcomes the passengers with a fine champagne and silken caviar. The culinary experience on board is integrated with Thai culture and will fulfil expectations of the passengers. Passengers can also enjoy the world of businesses or social media by connecting to Thai sky connect in-flight Wi-Fi. In addition, they can access a wide range of entertainment content for a great experience. Lastly, luxurious Emily tickets are also provided for greater comfort.
Seats on the craft are designed meticulously, there is a diverse range of cabins and seats available depending on routes and aircraft. Moreover, the passengers will find the utmost comfort and an amazing service. Furthermore, each luxury pod can recline back fully and has a 7 feet of private space to provide passengers with privacy.
Royal Silk Class
Thai Airways has branded its business Class as Royal Silk Class. Passengers get high-end service and a lot of benefits. Firstly, passengers can enjoy dedicated check-in desks, priority security, immigration clearance at the airport. Next, passengers can access the lounge at the airport before the flight and prepare for the upcoming journey. Secondly, on flight passengers can enjoy food and drinks. The culinary experience will be unlike any other. They can also have an entertaining flight as they can access an in-flight entertainment system to stream a wide range of content. Furthermore, the airline gives passengers amenity kits, that include slippers, socks, pillows, blankets, etc., to make the journey relaxing. Lastly, seats in the craft provide a lot of comfort and Privacy to the passengers. The seat can recline back filling giving passengers ample space to rest and relax.
Economy Class
Economy cabin gives passengers amazing affordability on Thai Airways. It also comes with satisfying and comfortable service for the traveler. Moreover, the passengers will be pleased with the friendly crew and their Thai hospitality. Furthermore, on board passengers enjoy hot meat, snacks and even beverages. Passengers can also enjoy in-flight entertainment. In addition to this, on longer flights passengers are given pillows and blankets for a comfy journey. Lastly, passengers can enjoy wide seats and generous legroom which will contribute to a comfortable journey.
In-Flight Entertainment
Thai Airways provides passengers with their in-flight magazine, Sawasdee Magazine. Moreover passengers can connect to Wi-Fi using the sky connect service. Furthermore, first class passengers have personal flat screens that they can access. Through this they can stream audio and video platforms.
In-Flight Food
Thai Airways provides food and beverages to the passengers, depending on the flight and cabin class this might change. Moreover the food is produced from fresh ingredients which are farmed sustainably. I’m addition, it is of the best quality and quite delicious.
Economy class passengers can enjoy a snack or a hot meal. The food has a hint of Thai cuisine as well as other cuisines around the world. Moreover, The airline offers economy class passengers main courses along with bread, fresh fruit, as well as fresh salad.
Royal silk class passengers can expect a small appetizer which is then followed by perhaps a salad then a choice of main course. In addition, Passengers can also expect cheese, fruit and a selection of dessert. Beverages are also served with each meal.
Royal first class passengers will surely love the exquisite flavours incorporated in the food. Moreover, passengers are served a wide selection of beverages, from vintage champagne to juices, all available. In addition, luxury serving including exquisite salad, rich desserts, appetizers, delicious fruits, delicate soup is offered.
Lastly if passengers have any special dietary or religious preferences they can ask for special meals. Moreover this service needs to be ordered in advance (48 hours before the flight) by contacting a local Thai office or at the contact centre of Thai Airways.
Frequent Flyer Program
Royal orchid plus is the frequent flyer program of Thai Airways, this is to reward loyal customers. Moreover, passengers can earn miles every time they fly with Thai Airways or its partners across the world. Furthermore after earning miles passengers can redeem the miles for the air awards and various other upgrades with Thai Airways and Star alliance partners. Three membership tiers are available – Silver, Gold and Platinum. In addition, each has a range of benefits and priority services.