On 25 December 2025, Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (SET: THAI) held a welcoming ceremony for its Airbus A321neo aircraft, registration HS-TOA, bestowed with the royal name “Bowonrangsi,” at Suvarnabhumi Airport, following its delivery flight from the Airbus Delivery Center in Hamburg, Germany. The ceremony was attended by Mr. Lavaron Sangsnit, THAI’s Chairman of the Board, along with Mr. Chansin Treenuchagron, THAI’s Board member, Mr. Chai Eamsiri, THAI’s Chief Executive Officer, THAI’s executive management, and distinguished guests.
This aircraft is the first of a total of 32 A321neo aircraft to be delivered to THAI by Airbus, and is among the first ten aircraft that will enter into service under operating lease agreements with AerCap, one of the world’s leading aircraft lessors. This reflects international-level cooperation in fleet management.
Mr. Chai Eamsiri, Chief Executive Officer, said, “The delivery of our first A321neo demonstrates THAI’s commitment to strengthening our fleet capabilities and network strategy to enhance service potential and support continued growth in the Asia-Pacific market. The A321neo is equipped with advanced, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly technologies. These developments underscore THAI’s approach to sustainable and responsible operations. This new aircraft type will enable us to operate more efficiently on strategic routes across the Asia-Pacific region.”
The Airbus A321neo is a new-generation, single-aisle aircraft in the A320 Family, powered by CFM LEAP-1A engines. Its key features include lower fuel consumption and quieter operations, reducing carbon dioxide emissions per seat by up to 20%. The aircraft is also certified to operate with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The cabin accommodates a total of 175 seats, comprising 16 Business Class seats (Royal Silk Class) and 159 Economy Class seats. The Royal Silk Class cabin is designed to deliver a widebody-like comfort experience, featuring fully flat beds with 180-degree recline and increased seat pitch. The Economy Class seats are ergonomically designed, with a 110-degree recline and six-way adjustable headrests.
The cabin interior showcases a distinctive blend of Thai identity and contemporary international design, expressed through elements such as seat design, curtains, and cabin wall panels. The travel experience is further enhanced with an in-flight entertainment system (IFE) at every seat, featuring 4K resolution touchscreens with Bluetooth headphone connectivity. Passenger convenience is increased with Airspace XL Bins, offering up to 40% more storage capacity, as well as Welcome Ceiling and Cabin Mood Lighting systems to create a pleasant atmosphere throughout the journey.
The Airbus A321neo is planned to operate regional routes across the Asia-Pacific network, with its inaugural commercial flight scheduled for 22 January 2026, operating the Bangkok–Singapore–Bangkok route.
THAI added that it remains committed to continuously modernizing its fleet and enhancing service quality, in order to deliver the best possible travel experience to passengers world-wide.
