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First flight for Jetstar’s first 787

written by australianaviation.com.au | September 16, 2013

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Jetstar's first 787 takes off on its first flight. (Jetstar)

The first Boeing 787-8 for Jetstar made its first flight on Saturday.

The 1 hour 33 minute flight saw VH-VKA depart Everett for Moses Lake, Washington at 1640 local time. After a short stop on the ground at Moses Lake, the 787 then returned direct to Everett.

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More pictures of the aircraft on its first flight can be seen here.

The 787 is due to be handed over to Jetstar at the end of this month.

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