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Bob Skerstonas

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  1. There were once flights from LAX to BKK and from New Your to Bangkok.  Then the flights stopped and now from the west coast flying to Thailand is a challenge of 18 to 30 hours at best.   Does anyone reading this post see a possibility of airlines flying direct to Bangkok from Los Angeles with flight time under 16 hours?

     

    Both the Boeing 787 Dreamliner and Airbus A350 XWB are perfectly suitable for direct LAX to BKK flights, offering efficient and comfortable long-distance travel while adhering to FAA safety regulations.

     

    Class

    Typical Seating Configuration

    Notes

    First Class

    6 Suites (1-2-1 layout)

    Not all airlines offer First Class on their Dreamliners.

    Business Class

    28 Pods (1-2-1 layout)

    Pods offer aisle access for all passengers.

    Premium Economy

    36 Seats (2-3-2 layout)

    May offer increased legroom and amenities compared to standard economy.

    Economy

    184 Seats (3-3-3 layout)

    The number of economy seats can vary depending on the variant and airline. 288 seats

     

     

     

    Class

    Typical Seating Configuration

    Notes

    First Class

    4 Suites (1-2 layout)

    Not all airlines offer First Class on A350s

    Business Class

    44 Pods (1-2-1 layout)

    Pods offer aisle access for all passengers.

    Premium Economy

    40 Seats (2-3-2 layout)

    More legroom and amenities than standard economy

    Economy

    288 Seats (3-3-3 layout)

    The number of economy seats can vary depending on variant and airline. 376 seats

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  2. With a Long History in Thailand:

    As someone who has been visiting Thailand since 2004, I've witnessed many fascinating changes in the Kingdom. Back then, English wasn't as widely spoken, but its prominence as the global business language is undeniable.

    Shifting Travel Landscape:

    Flying from the US to Thailand used to be much easier. Multiple flights from major cities like New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco created healthy competition, resulting in lower fares. Now, despite advancements in long-haul aircraft like those from Airbus and Boeing, there are fewer options for travelers.

    Respectful Integration:

    As for visitors in the Kingdom, it's important for everyone to respect Thai culture. Perhaps airlines flying into Thailand could consider creating short in-flight movies in the departing languages. These movies could introduce Thai cultural norms and highlight that visitors are guests with visa requirements. It would be a wonderful way to promote responsible and respectful tourism.

  3. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has been working developing a mobile application that would allow travelers to store and manage certifications for COVID-19 tests or vaccines. This app according to news articles is to be made available to download on android and iOS systems by March 2021.

    Information on the digital card is designed to protect personal information and only to show proof of testing or vaccinations.  The goal is to have a universal vaccine card system that works for every country without imposing a quarantine on an incoming traveler(s).  

    This would be a terrific card to have as I would like to come to Thailand, but cannot stay quarantined for 14 days in a claustrophobic environment and is a waste of time and money.

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