Qatar Airways officially unveils new Boeing 787 at Farnborough Air Show

Qatar Airways officially unveiled its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner at the world's largest aerospace event, Farnborough International Air Show recently.

The global debut of the airline's new Dreamliner in Qatar Airways' colours marks a significant milestone for the manufacturer's 787 Middle East launch customer, which will take delivery of five 787s during 2012.

Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker was joined by Boeing Commercial Airplanes' new President and Chief Executive Officer Ray Conner, together with key figures from the UK travel indus- try, corporates and international media for the unveiling.

The aircraft later took to the skies for an aerial display, the first of three during the week-long event, marking the first time Boeing's Dreamliner has participated in a flying show.

Al Baker said that Farnborough was the ideal platform to showcase the latest addition to Qatar Airways' modern fleet to the travel industry, media and the wider public for the very first time.

"This is a very proud moment for Qatar Airways and my country, the State of Qatar. As an airline, we have continued to push the boundaries and set new standards in global aviation for more than a decade to create a world class airline," he said.

"The delivery of the first of our 787s reinforces our commitment to continue this trend and invest in next generation aircraft, with the aim of having the youngest and most technologically advanced fleet in the industry.

Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker addresses dignitaries, special guests, media and aviation enthusiasts at the unveiling ceremony of Qatar Airways' new Boeing 787 Dreamliner on the opening day of the Farnborough Air Show in the UK.