Information on Air China International Flights

Information on Air China International Flights

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Air China was founded in 1988 and grew through several mergers with other Chinese-based airlines to form its current entity. The company is based in Beijing, employs 23,000 people and is listed on both the Hong Kong and London exchanges.

Company Logo

The Air China logo is that of the Phoenix, an ancient Chinese bird adored by the people of China for centuries. The Phoenix is believed to bring auspiciousness and peace to the passengers of Air China's flights.

Routes and Flights

Air China currently owns and operates 224 Boeing and Airbus planes that fly 243 routes in 28 different countries, including 69 international flight paths. The airline flies approximately 6,000 flights each week, of which 42 international destinations are accessible.

Frequent Flier Program

The airline has a popular frequent-flier program called China PhoenixMiles, the longest program of its kind in China. Children can enroll in the airlines Junior Phoenix program.

Star Alliance

Air China is a member airline of Star Alliance, a global network established in 1997 to provide customers a worldwide reach and a smooth traveling experience.

Rolls Royce

In 2009, Air China and Rolls Royce shook hands on a deal valued at $1.5 billion. The deal provides Rolls Royce engines to 20 of the airline's newest aircraft.

Article Written By Richard Haslow

Richard Haslow is a writer, actor and voice over artist with 10 years of professional experience. Haslow has been a member of the marketing and communications groups at two Fortune 15 companies where he narrates corporate training programs and is a contributing writer for learning and development sessions at one of the largest banking institutions on Wall Street. He resides in New York City.

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