AP News AP News Andhra Pradesh name on Air India's first Boeing-777-237LR, flies non-stop to NY
AP News AP News Andhra Pradesh name on Air India's first Boeing-777-237LR, flies non-stop to NY
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Air India's first Boeing-777- 237LR, registration VT-ALA non-stop flight to New York has been named Andhra Pradesh and will go on its maiden 14-hour flight to New York from Mumbai on August 1. As part of its new livery, new image and branding, Air India is planning to name its fleet after the Indian states following the alphabetical order of state names for aircraft as they join the fleet. This aircraft therefore bears the name Andhra Pradesh on the fuselage just below the red cheat line. Chief Minister Y.S. Rajasekhar Reddy and tourism minister Anam Ramnarayan Reddy will be there to see it take off. They would also ensure that the flight would market the State as a fabulous destination for tourists. Its interior would be decorated to display Andhra's vibrant culture. The passengers will also get an audio and video presentation in Telugu and English. Tourism officials are keen on playing legendary Annamayya keertans and some Tollywood numbers in-flight. This brand on wings is a great opportunity to promote the State aggressively This Boeing-777- 237LR aircraft with the latest twin engine technology can carry 250 people.             |