Review: Thai Airways First Class Boeing 777 (BKK-NRT)

Review: Thai Airways First Class Boeing 777 (BKK-NRT)

FROM: BKK
TO: NRT
CABIN: First
DATE: May 2024
REVIEW RATING:
BEN SAYS: While Thai Airways' 777 first class hard product and cabin maintenance leaves a bit to be desired, it's more than made up for with warm and polished service, delicious food and drinks, and excellent amenities. This flight was delightful.
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For the next portion of my Allegris round the world journey, I flew Thai Airways’ Boeing 777-300ER first class on the 5hr30min flight from Bangkok (BKK) to Tokyo (NRT). My gosh, what an incredible flight this was, as it was so nice to be back on Thai Airways, experiencing the carrier’s “new” first class.

To be honest, Thai Airways’ 777 first class hard product leaves a bit to be desired. The seats don’t have much privacy, for reasons I can’t quite figure out, and the cabin also isn’t being maintained well, in spite of being only a few years old.

However, everything else about the experience was truly exceptional. The service from the flight attendants working first class exemplified Thai hospitality, the food was delicious, and the amenities were excellent. The soft product more than made up for the just okay hard product here, and I can’t wait to fly this product again.

How I booked my Thai Airways first class ticket

Thai Airways belongs to the Star Alliance, so you can redeem miles from a variety of Star Alliance programs for travel on the airline. However, the airline is quirky when it comes to making award seats available, and often the airline only makes one award seat available per flight, and does so way in advance.

So when I planned this trip, unfortunately Thai Airways didn’t have award availability on the flight I was looking at. However, for an international first class ticket, the fare wasn’t that awful. The one-way first class ticket cost $1,881. Rather than outright paying cash, I used Amex Pay With Points, so since I have the Amex Business Platinum, this ended up costing me 122,265 Amex Membership Rewards points.

Specifically, I booked the following flight:

5/05 TG676 Bangkok to Tokyo Narita departing 7:35AM arriving 3:45PM

Like I said, it’s most definitely not the greatest value on earth, but it allowed me to review this experience with a very convenient schedule, so I was happy with it in the end.

Thai Airways first class lounge & boarding

I’ve already reviewed the Thai Airways First Lounge, which is the carrier’s most premium lounge. Boarding was scheduled to start at 6:55AM, 40 minutes before departure, from gate D2.

Thai Airways ordinarily escorts first class passengers to the plane, though I elected to walk myself to the gate early, so I could board ahead of other first class passengers, and get some good cabin pictures.

Thai Airways departure gate Bangkok Airport

Boarding ended up being delayed by about 20 minutes. Finally at 7:15AM boarding began, with premium passengers being invited to board first.

Thai Airways 777 first class cabin & seats

I boarded through the second set of doors, where I was greeted by the fabulously friendly crew, and was escorted left into the first class cabin. This required first walking through the small mini business class cabin, consisting of just two rows of seats in a staggered, 1-2-1 configuration.

Thai Airways business class cabin 777
Thai Airways business class cabin 777

Thai Airways’ 777 first class cabin consists of a total of eight seats, also in two rows, in a 1-2-1 configuration. On the surface, this is a pretty standard-looking first class cabin, with open suites that offer a lot of personal space.

Thai Airways first class cabin 777

I immediately noticed that the cabin had a bit of pizzaz. Rather than the entire cabin being beige and grey (as is the case on so many airlines), the cabin had several tones of yellow and gold, plus a cute orchid pattern on the rear bulkhead. It’s an interesting contrast to the heavy use of purple in business class.

Thai Airways first class cabin 777

Those traveling with someone will probably want to select one of the center pairs of seats, so that you can enjoy the flight together. There’s a partition between seats that can be raised or lowered, depending on whether you’re traveling with someone or not.

Thai Airways first class cabin 777

Solo travelers will prefer the window seats, which give you access to the windows and the aisle. I selected seat 2K, the window seat on the right side in the second row.

Thai Airways first class seat 777

I must say, I do find it quite strange how Thai Airways elected not to install doors in first class on these 777s. The seats don’t have much privacy at all, as there’s simply a small shield by the side of the seat that can be extended maybe a bit over a foot.

Thai Airways first class seat 777
Thai Airways first class seat privacy 777

Each seat does have a small wardrobe, which extends out from the side of the seat, to store a jacket or garment bag. I suppose you could use this as a door, much like in SWISS’ 777 first class, but I didn’t find that to be necessary.

Thai Airways first class seat closet 777

As far as seat features go, each seat has a 24″ HD monitor. That’s a fairly modestly sized screen compared to some other first class products (like the 43″ monitors you’ll find in Japan Airlines’ A350 first class), but it was sufficient, I thought.

Thai Airways first class seat 777

Each seat also has an ottoman that doubles as a buddy seat, should you want to dine face to face with someone. There’s also a storage compartment underneath the seat, which is quite large.

Thai Airways first class seat ottoman 777
Thai Airways first class seat ottoman 777

In the front corner of the seat, there’s a smaller storage compartment, where many of the amenities were placed during boarding.

Thai Airways first class seat storage 777

Further back in the seat is the table, which is one huge tray, so it’s quite a task to take it out and store it again.

Thai Airways first class seat tray table 777

Then you have the actual part of the suite you sit in, which features a padded seat, and there’s a storage compartment to the side of that.

Thai Airways first class seat 777
Thai Airways first class seat storage 777

The seat controls are on a panel to the side of the seat, and are easy to use. There are both pre-set buttons, plus a screen that allows you to customize the seat to a greater extent.

Thai Airways first class seat controls 777

Near that, you’ll find the entertainment controller, which can be extended for easier use, thanks to a retractable cord.

Thai Airways first class seat controller 777

As far as charging at the seat goes, there are USB-A and AC power outlets inside the narrow storage compartment next to the seat. I find this to be such a strange place to place that, since it’s deep in there, and it takes some effort to use (unless you have really small hands).

Thai Airways first class seat outlet 777

There’s a second USB-A outlet that’s a bit easier to access, along with the headphone jack.

Thai Airways first class seat outlet 777

The overhead console features reading lights, but unfortunately doesn’t have any individual air nozzles.

Thai Airways overhead console 777

The hard product was perfectly comfortable, though not cutting edge, especially when you consider that this was introduced just a few years ago. I was surprised that there were no doors at seats, since you’d think that would be pretty standard nowadays.

What stood out to me most about the cabin, though, was how beat up it was. Pictures don’t do justice to it, but there were stains everywhere, most of the storage compartments didn’t latch properly and were loose, cords were held together by tape, the seat squeaked when moved, etc. Heck, as I walked in, two mechanics were fixing one of the first class seats.

Did Thai Airways just choose really cheap materials and finishes, is the airline not maintaining the seats, or what? This was disappointing, though ultimately didn’t detract from a lovely flight.

Thai Airways first class seat controller cord 777

Thai Airways first class amenities

Waiting at each seat upon boarding were two pillows, which were later complemented by more bedding (located in the storage locker underneath the ottoman).

Thai Airways first class pillow & blanket

Also at each seat were a good pair of noise canceling headphones from AKG.

Thai Airways first class headphones

Then there was a beautiful amenity kit “case” from Porsche Design, stocked with PAYOT products. The items included socks, eyeshades, earplugs, a dental kit, a brush, lip balm, facial mist, fragrance, and body cream.

Thai Airways first class amenity kit

There was also a bottle of Acqua Panna water waiting at each seat, as well as a pair of slippers.

Thai Airways first class bottled water
Thai Airways first class slippers

Within a moment of settling in, the cabin manager and two first class flight attendants all came up to me at the same time to introduce themselves and welcome me onboard. On and Bond, the two first class flight attendants, were absolute rockstars. Oh my gosh, they were so kind, so hospitable, and so fun.

I was offered a pre-departure drink to get the flight started. I selected a glass of champagne, and at the moment Thai Airways is pouring Laurent Perrier Grand Siecle. The airline used to serve Dom Perignon, but Emirates now has the exclusive rights to that.

Thai Airways first class champagne

The champagne was served in a proper flute, and was presented with a warm towel and a box of chocolates.

Thai Airways first class champagne

A moment later, I was given the pajamas for the flight, which were from Boggi Milano, and were comfortable, with airline branding. It’s nice to receive pajamas on a fairly short daytime flight!

Thai Airways first class pajamas
Thai Airways first class pajamas

Next up, I was presented the menu in a leather binder.

Thai Airways first class menu

Last but not least, I was given a card with the code for free Wi-Fi, which is a feature of first class.

Thai Airways first class free Wi-Fi code

Talk about some amazing amenities for a 5hr30min daytime flight! What a contrast to my Kuwait Airways first class flight, which was longer and flew well into the night.

Thai Airways 777 first class entertainment & Wi-Fi

As you’d expect, Thai Airways offers on demand entertainment in first class. I found the entertainment system to be reasonably easy to use. The entertainment selection wasn’t bad, but also wasn’t great.

Thai Airways first class entertainment system 777

There were just over 150 movies, and just under 150 TV shows, plus a selection of music. The variety was okay — it was decent enough so you shouldn’t be bored, but there are much better airlines for inflight entertainment.

Thai Airways first class entertainment system 777
Thai Airways first class entertainment system 777
Thai Airways first class entertainment system 777

As always, my favorite part of the entertainment system was the map feature.

Thai Airways first class entertainment system 777

Thai Airways also offers Wi-Fi on its Boeing 777s, which is free in first class.

Thai Airways Wi-Fi system 777

For those who don’t receive Wi-Fi for free, the pricing is as follows:

  • $7.99 for an unlimited chatting pass
  • $24.99 for an unlimited surfing pass
  • $39.99 for an unlimited streaming pass

The speeds were decent, but didn’t compare to something like Viasat. The Wi-Fi pricing is on the steep side, and I’m always suspicious of airlines that sell packages that specifically include streaming, since that’s simply often not a realistic promise.

Thai Airways Wi-Fi pricing 777

For what it’s worth, the free Wi-Fi pass that first class passengers get is the mid-tier surfing pass, and not the top-tier streaming pass.

Thai Airways 777 departure from Bangkok

During boarding, I had the entire first class cabin to myself for around 20 minutes, until the five other first class passengers were escorted onboard (there were two empty seats). Everyone else in first class seemed to be either Japanese or Thai.

Thai Airways first class cabin 777

At 7:40AM the captain made his welcome aboard announcement, informing us of our flight time of 5hr30min, and our expected on-time arrival at Tokyo Narita Airport. 10 minutes later, the main cabin door closed, at which point we immediately began our pushback, and the safety video was screened.

Thai Airways 777 pushing back Bangkok Airport

One thing I found interesting is that I’m pretty sure we were towed most of the way to the runway. Is that possible and/or common at the airport? I know sometimes pilots will only taxi with one engine at first to save fuel, but I’m pretty sure there were no engines used for quite some time.

Thai Airways 777 taxiing Bangkok Airport

A few minutes after our engines started up, at 8:05AM, we were cleared for takeoff on runway 19R.

Thai Airways 777 taking off Bangkok Airport
Thai Airways 777 taking off Bangkok Airport
Thai Airways 777 taking off Bangkok Airport

Our climb out was smooth, and the seatbelt sign was turned off around five minutes after takeoff.

Thai Airways 777 taking off Bangkok Airport

Thai Airways first class breakfast service

On this short 5hr30min flight, breakfast was served shortly after takeoff, and then another snack was served before landing. You can find the Thai Airways first class breakfast menu below.

Thai Airways first class menu

You can find the Thai Airways first class drink list below.

Thai Airways first class drink list
Thai Airways first class drink list
Thai Airways first class drink list
Thai Airways first class drink list

I was amazed by the pace at which the crew sprung into action to begin the service after takeoff. Orders had already been taken on the ground, and less than 15 minutes after takeoff I had my first round of drinks. Okay, I can’t say my drink selection was terribly cohesive, but I ordered a glass of champagne plus a Thai iced tea with grass jelly, as one does.

Thai Airways first class drinks

A few minutes later, the table was set for breakfast, and what a feast it was! I liked how there were Thai, Japanese, and Western options. I decided on the Japanese option (I would have done the Thai option, but I don’t eat pork).

To start, I was served a fresh fruit plate, a bread basket, and Thai-style Chinese crullers with pandan custard and condensed milk. Yum, yum, yum, and how beautiful is that fruit plate?

Thai Airways first class meal — starter

That was followed by muesli, with the choice of fruit toppings.

Thai Airways first class meal — starter

Then there was the main course, which was comprised of a Japanese bento set with appetizers, grilled sea bass, steamed rice, and miso soup.

Thai Airways first class meal — main course
Thai Airways first class meal — main course

I can’t say enough good things about how tasty this meal was, and also how friendly and efficient the service was. The meal was done less than an hour after takeoff, which I was happy about, as I desperately needed a nap.

Thai Airways 777 first class lavatories

At the conclusion of the meal, I asked to have my bed made, and at the same time I checked out the lavatories. There were two lavatories at the front of the first class cabin by the cockpit, with one being slightly bigger than the other (the below pictures are of the bigger one).

Thai Airways first class lavatory 777
Thai Airways first class lavatory 777

The lavatory wasn’t too exciting, but it did have proper hand towels, plus some amenities, like dental kits. The crew did an excellent job keeping the lavatory refreshed.

Thai Airways first class lavatory amenities 777
Thai Airways first class lavatory amenities 777

Thai Airways 777 first class bed

Once back at my seat, it was time to get some rest. I asked the crew to wake me for the pre-landing snack (not because I’d be hungry a couple of hours later, but because I wanted to review it). The bed was spacious and quite comfortable.

Thai Airways first class bed 777

I found the pillows to be excellent, while I thought the mattress pad could have been a bit thicker, but that’s a personal preference (and I know in Asia, many prefer a harder bed).

Thai Airways first class bed 777
Thai Airways first class bed 777

I fell asleep with just under 4hr30min remaining to Narita Airport…

Thai Airways first class entertainment system 777
Thai Airways first class entertainment system 777

…and I woke up just over 2.5 hours later, as we were 1hr45min from arriving at Narita Airport. While it wasn’t a long sleep, the quality was excellent, and boy did I feel refreshed!

Thai Airways first class entertainment system 777

Thai Airways first class pre-landing snack

All too soon, it was time to eat again. You can find the Thai Airways first class pre-landing snack menu below.

Thai Airways first class menu

To drink, I first ordered the “Violet Bliss,” which is Thai’s signature drink, and is a butterfly pea limeade.

Thai Airways first class drink

To eat, I selected the Thai rice vermicelli noodles with prawn and peanut sauce and that was served with an assortment of Thai sweets for dessert.

Thai Airways first class snack

Bond explained to me that the dish was created in partnership with a Michelin restaurant. As I was served this, he shaved some bergamote on the dish for aroma. What a nice detail!

Thai Airways first class snack

Both the main course and dessert were scrumptious — in particular, I’m a sucker for Asian desserts — and I was happy that they weren’t too heavy.

Thai Airways first class snack
Thai Airways first class dessert

Thai Airways first class service

A great crew can make or break a flight, and On and Bond definitely made this flight. They were so genuinely hospitable, that they couldn’t help but make me have a very favorable impression of this experience, despite the areas in which the Thai hard product leaves a bit to be desired.

The thing is, it’s not just that they were friendly, but they were also really polished. They provided some of the most detail oriented service that I’ve had in a long time. Just to give one minor example, both times that I used the lavatory briefly, I returned to my seat to find my blanket perfectly folded. That’s attention to detail.

Both upon boarding and deplaning, the cabin manager and two flight attendants came around together to thank each passenger for flying with the airline. At the end of the flight, they presented each passenger with a box of chocolates.

Thai Airways first class chocolates
Thai Airways first class chocolates

Thai Airways 777 arrival in Tokyo Narita

At 2:55PM Tokyo time, the captain announced that we’d be starting our descent soon, and would be landing in about 35 minutes. We started our descent around five minutes later, and then the seatbelt sign came on around 10 minutes later.

It was a gorgeous afternoon approaching Tokyo Narita Airport, so my eyes were glued out the window throughout the descent.

Thai Airways 777 approaching Tokyo Narita Airport
Thai Airways 777 approaching Tokyo Narita Airport
Thai Airways 777 approaching Tokyo Narita Airport

We touched down at Narita Airport at 3:30PM. From there we had a roughly 10 minute taxi to our arrival stand, where the seatbelt sign was turned off around 3:40PM.

Thai Airways 777 arriving at gate Tokyo Narita Airport

I cleared security, and then prepared for my United 777 business class flight to San Francisco.

Bottom line

My flight in Thai Airways’ 777 first class was phenomenal, despite some shortcomings with the hard product.

To start with the negative, Thai Airways’ first class seats aren’t the most private. Much worse, the cabin wasn’t at all well maintained, which really surprised me, given how new these planes are.

Fortunately everything else about the experience delighted, from the perfect service, to the delicious food and drinks, to the endless amenities. I’d love to fly Thai Airways first class on the longer route, to London, especially if I could have a crew as good as On and Bond.

What’s your take on Thai Airways’ 777 first class?

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  1. Jamie Guest

    Got to be honest the drinks menu just doesn’t cut it. Bombay sapphire gin, poor vodka and “ shandy “ in first class is so weak. I’m looking for premium options not what I can buy on easy jet heading to Alicante:-(

  2. snory Member

    The royal household uses its own 737 when flying short haul. When they travels long haul. They usually fly TG in 777 with F/C. As previous post mentioned, there is a reason why ZRH and MUC are served on a daily basis. It's the favorite destination for the King getaway. Whenever the King would spend extensive time in Europe, one of his 737 would get ferried to ZRH or MUC for the King to fly...

    The royal household uses its own 737 when flying short haul. When they travels long haul. They usually fly TG in 777 with F/C. As previous post mentioned, there is a reason why ZRH and MUC are served on a daily basis. It's the favorite destination for the King getaway. Whenever the King would spend extensive time in Europe, one of his 737 would get ferried to ZRH or MUC for the King to fly short-haul between ZRH and MUC.

    Thai Air Force also owned an ex-TG A340 with Lufthansa F/C seat installed. These are used in some occasions.

    Rumor has it that the royal household does not preferred a fully-enclosed seat so that's why TG never did come around to install a door in neither F/C or B/C.

    Ps. The moment I read the breakfast menu, I knew that you would go with Japanese because the Thai menu got pork in it. Actually for the Thai menu, each components come in an individual small bowl so you can actually ask them to omit the menu with pork. If so desired, I think you could phone TG in advance and ask for them to make it in minced beef or minced chicken version.

  3. Alex Guest

    OMAAT Review Bingo:

    X Photo of a water bottle
    X Yes/No personal air vents
    X "I don't eat pork"

  4. Alasdair Jones Guest

    Virgin tried tugging to the runways almost 20 years ago Ben. It wad dropped because it caused more problems than it solved

    https://simpleflying.com/throwback-virgin-atlantics-fuel-saving-tug-trial/

  5. Pod Guest

    Wow…all the wines are not first class level at all except only Champagne.

  6. Lucy Jones Guest

    What with the « start » sticker on the wifi card? ^^

    1. Lucy Jones Guest

      Sorry , I meant « launch »

    2. Eskimo Guest

      TG probably wrote it 'start' just like you did.

  7. Hepworth Guest

    Lucky - how do you treat a points booking (to include an Amex redemption) when it comes to tax time? Do you just not write anything off? Offset it against 1099s at the point valuation they use on the 1099? Write of the cash price of the ticket as an expense?

    Honestly curious? I’d expect the third . . .

    1. Eskimo Guest

      You should ask IRS, or an accountant not the what someone believes to be a correct return.

  8. Daniel Guest

    In Thailand, Yellow is the colour of the King, hence the use of yellow in THAI royal first class. Purple is the colour of the Queen, hence the use of purple in THAI business class (royal silk). Just letting you know since you commented on the cabin colour schemes

    1. Sven Guest

      That was true for Rama IX and his wife. The yellow color represents Monday and as Bhumibol Adulyadej was born on the 5th December 1927 which was a Monday, his color was yellow and as his wife was born on a Saturday, her color was purple.
      As his successor was also born on a Monday, his color is yellow, too. But that's totally accidental.

    2. Daniel Guest

      Nothing you said contradicts anything that I said….I was just giving a quick summary for Ben

  9. Endre Guest

    First class exists on some 777 exclusively to be able to transport the King to wherever he wants. His color is yellow/gold. The colors either are determined by the day of birth (yellow is for those born on Monday) — or by the royal standard, the mystical bird Garuda on yellow background.

    1. KevinLed Guest

      The King is a pilot, he was an air force pilot. He owns many airplanes. He would not be able to fly commercially due to security precautions.

    2. Endre Guest

      Kevin, whenever he or the Queen need/want to travel intercontinentally, the Royal Household makes use of one of TG’s 777s equipped with F/Cl and specially trained cabin crews. He and the Queen don’t like flying with the RTAF 345, unlike other senior members of the RF. There’s a reason why ZRH and MUC are serviced daily. And yes, they do fly commercial, the 2-6hrs delays due to HM’s late arrivals are tales of many Facebook and Twitter stories.

    3. KevinLed Guest

      OK. Planespotters.net says he has four 737s.

    4. Tom Guest

      Which would be almost entirely useless for flying from Bangkok to Europe since they don't have the range.

  10. TravelCat2 Diamond

    That's the best list of spirits that I've seen on an aircraft.

    1. Frog Guest

      I wouldn’t go that far and, in fact, don’t think the list of spirits is anything to write home about. But I will give them credit for a decent wine selection.

  11. Thailand Starts Here Guest

    The “Thai-style Chinese crullers” you speak of are known as pa-tong ko in Thai. I’m surprised Thai didn’t refer to them as such. They’re very famous as a street food throughout the country, and best straight out of the oil, dipped into condensed milk. อร่อยมากๆ!

    1. neogucky Gold

      I’m very sure I read the exact same comment before in one of Ben’s reviews. I think it was in the F review of ANA. Funny how no airline uses their Thai name!

    2. Eskimo Guest

      It's literally written on the menu.
      I’m surprised someone commented without fact checks. Or maybe I shouldn't be surprised as no one fact checks anymore.

      And this name topic was brought up on the mid trip preview of this exact review.

  12. Tony Guest

    What an exceptional wine list! That list leaves Singapore Airlines Suites for dead.

    Thai Airways maintenance should come as a shock: anyone who has been to Bangkok in the last few years will have seen tens of their A380s, 747s, A330s and 777s literally rotting on the tarmac.

    1. Daniel Guest

      It’s not about poor maintenance, it’s just that THAI are not flying those planes anymore and are trying to sell them or their parts. They also have planes stored in Pattaya at U-tapao

  13. Jakob Guest

    Had the chance to fly THAI's new First class from BKK-LHR on two occasions in 2024 (both Miles & More award bookings @110'000 miles each!), and I share and agree with most of the points. For the seat, I can add one more observation: compared to for example SWISS 777 First class, the space on THAI's 777 First seat is terribly underutilized. There's a big gap along the windows and the edge takes up way...

    Had the chance to fly THAI's new First class from BKK-LHR on two occasions in 2024 (both Miles & More award bookings @110'000 miles each!), and I share and agree with most of the points. For the seat, I can add one more observation: compared to for example SWISS 777 First class, the space on THAI's 777 First seat is terribly underutilized. There's a big gap along the windows and the edge takes up way too much space, effectively shrinking the width of the seat in a 1-2-1 configuration to much narrower in comparison. Coupled with poor privacy, the seat effectively leaves a lot to be desired. Soft product and service does indeed partly make up for it, I just wish the ground experience and First class lounge @BKK would be on par with in-flight.

  14. Willem Guest

    Looks similar to the A380 seats. Goodness I miss their 747s to Australia… (and the excellent United MileagePlus pricing on them at the time…)

    Thai doesn’t get high enough marks by most imo for their excellent catering, glad you had an excellent experience!

    1. yoloswag420 Guest

      I think it has to do with mostly Westerners reviewing TG and publishing it online.

      It seems that there are some reviewers that totally trash TG's food, while others love it a lot. I think generally TG has good food curated for an Asian palette.

      Many American reviewers will go onto Asian airlines but refuse to try the Asian options.

  15. UncleRonnie Diamond

    Cocktail menu: Shandy. Totally first class.

  16. One tip Guest

    Thanks for the reviewe!
    Tho, one thing - flute glasses are the worst for champagne. Unless you want to hide taste of champagne.

    1. R B Guest

      I have heard such a comment about the flûte glass. I have lived in France half of my life and I have never had Champagne served in anything but a flûte.

      What do you recomnend?
      A wine glass? A coffee mug?

    2. Nicolas Guest

      A coupe would be the worst if you don't drink fast, besides it's not practical in a plane. Tulipe glasses or even standard white wine glasses would be slightly better but come on, the difference is extremely minimal!

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Daniel Guest

In Thailand, Yellow is the colour of the King, hence the use of yellow in THAI royal first class. Purple is the colour of the Queen, hence the use of purple in THAI business class (royal silk). Just letting you know since you commented on the cabin colour schemes

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Alex Guest

OMAAT Review Bingo: X Photo of a water bottle X Yes/No personal air vents X "I don't eat pork"

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Endre Guest

First class exists on some 777 exclusively to be able to transport the King to wherever he wants. His color is yellow/gold. The colors either are determined by the day of birth (yellow is for those born on Monday) — or by the royal standard, the mystical bird Garuda on yellow background.

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