- Air China Tabs Rockwell Collins Avionics for 49 Aircraft[May 16, 2007]
Air China has selected Rockwell Collins to provide its MultiScan Hazard Detection System along with a broad range of avionics for 25 Boeing 737NG and 24 Airbus A320/A321 aircraft. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in the Fall of 2007.
- Airbus Comes to Tianjin[May 16, 2007]
Construction of Airbus' first aircraft final assembly line outside Europe kicked off in Tianjin on May 15.
- CITIC Pacific to Make Way for Cathay Pacific in Cargo Venture[May 17, 2007]
CITIC Pacific plans to sell its 25 percent interest in a mainland air cargo joint venture to Air China, clearing the way for Cathay Pacific to buy a stake.
- Oasis Hong Kong Airlines: Kids Fly Free to Vancouver Special Offer[May 16, 2007]
A child aged 11 or below can now fly free with you to Vancouver if you book to travel on Oasis Hong Kong Airlines (round trip economyOasis fares from HK$5,980* and businessOasis fares from HK$18,000*) before June 4, 2007. There's no better time than now to take your whole family to experience all the fun that Vancouver has to offer. Explore the Grouse Mountain, visit the ancient forest in Stanley Park, or go skiing in Whistler. Make your kids' dreams come true!
- JAL Expands Codeshare Agreement with China Eastern[May 17, 2007]
From June 18, 2007, Japan Airlines (JAL) and China Eastern Airlines (MU) will expand their code-share agreement to include flights the Chinese carrier operates 4 times a week between Nagoya (Centrair) and Beijing, subject to government approval.
- Construction Started on Airbus A320 Family Final Assembly Line in China[May 15, 2007]
Construction has started on the Airbus A320 Family Final Assembly Line (FAL) in Tianjin, following recent approval by the State Council of the Feasibility Study Report for the project. A formal ceremony was held on site in the Tianjin Binhai New Coastal District, where the FAL is to be located, in the presence of Mr. Tang Jiaxuan, State Councillor and Fabrice Bregier Airbus Chief Operating Officer.
- Chinese Mainland Calls for Weekend, Regular Charter Flights with Taiwan[May 16, 2007]
A Chinese mainland official says the time is right to establish weekend and more regular charter flights between the mainland and Taiwan, in addition to the charter flights offered during major festivals.
- Jade Cargo International Starts Operation to Frankfurt[May 16, 2007]
The Chinese all-cargo carrier Jade Cargo International adds three weekly Frankfurt frequencies to its network of European destinations. Jade Cargo International's fourth B747-400ERF is due for delivery at the end of May 2007 and put into service shortly afterwards. The ex-factory B747-400 extended range freighter will be delivered by Boeing in Seattle to the owner Jade Cargo International.
- How European Travellers Benefit From Air China Companion Frequent Flyer Programme[May 15, 2007]
From June 1 to August 31, Air China Companion members can earn triple miles at Shangri-La hotels, resorts and Traders Hotel at some of the best available rates. Otherwise, enjoy double miles for every second night stay at 3,650 hotels under the Intercontinental Group worldwide between May 14 and August 31.
- State Councilor Attends Construction-Launching Ceremony of Airbus A320 China Assembly Line[May 15, 2007]
Chinese State Councilor Tang Jiaxuan attended construction-launching ceremony of European aircraft maker Airbus' A320 assembly line in north China's port city Tianjin on May 15.