Tianjin Airlines is set to take delivery of its first Airbus A330 aircraft in May, embarking on its first long-haul flights to Moscow and London in mid-year.

The A330 aircraft will start operating domestic services, with first flights to Kunming and Chengdu on May 7.

The regional carrier disclosed that its A330 aircraft is equipped with 260 seats in a two-class layout, including 18 first class seats and 242 economy class seats.

Starting June 13, the Tianjin-based carrier will launch its first trans-continental route from its hub to Moscow, Russia, with a twice-weekly A330 service. The airline will fly its A330 aircraft from Tianjin to London via Chongqing on June 25, marking its first flight to UK. The Tianjin-Chongqing-Gatwick route will be operated twice weekly, with flights departing China on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Tianjin Airlines currently operates a fleet of 88 aircraft, including 66 Embraer and 22 Airbus A320 aircraft.

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