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Qatar Airways on 12DEC made its inaugural flight from Doha, Qatar to YYZ on a Starlink-enabled Boeing 777.
The touchdown marks the launch of three weekly non-stop flights between YYZ and Hamad International Airport (DOH), which was voted World’s Best Airport by Skytrax this year.
Toronto becomes Qatar Airways’ second destination in Canada, in addition to YUL, which has served more than 1.6 million pax on daily flights since its launch in 2011. This also marks the airline’s fourteenth gateway to the Americas.
“The new Toronto service will provide travellers from Canada and beyond with seamless access to destinations across Qatar Airways’ extensive global network. It also comes as the airline surpasses its target of fitting Starlink to 12 Boeing 777 aircraft by the end of 2024, with 14 aircraft upgraded in under 55 days, bringing the total to 15,” officials said.
“Qatar Airways extends a warm welcome to the vibrant and diverse city of Toronto as the latest destination to join our expansive network of more than 170 destinations,” said Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer. “As our second gateway in Canada, this launch underscores our unwavering commitment to presenting Canadian travellers with unparalleled service and seamless connectivity.
“Toronto Pearson serves as a vital hub for global travel, and its role as a gateway for business, culture, and tourism makes it a fitting addition to our network. We are proud to bring our world-class service and award-winning hospitality to this dynamic city.”
As the largest global airline to offer complimentary Starlink on board, Qatar Airways is also the world’s first airline to operate Boeing 777 Starlink-equipped aircraft. This means that passengers can stay entertained and connected throughout their journey, streaming their favourite shows and live sports, enjoying online gaming, or working at 35,000 feet.
“While flying on board one of Qatar Airways’15 Starlink-enabled aircraft, pax will also be able to enjoy unparalleled service, whether it’s Business Class à la carte, or unlimited snacks and beverages in economy class, while enjoying 8,000 entertainment options,” officials said.
