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Air China

Air China has now been operational for more than three decades. Established as a result of aviation diversification in the country, the Chinese flag carrier now has one of the largest fleets in the world, totaling nearly 500 aircraft. A member of the Star Alliance since 2007, Air China serves around 200 destinations from hubs located throughout its homeland. (Featured image: Vincenzo Pace - Simple Flying)

Air China Boeing 747-89L B-2487
Some 36 of the 43 flights from Beijing Capital to Shanghai are by widebodies today, including Air China's B747-8. Photo: Vincenzo Pace | Simple Flying.
IATA/ICAO Code:
CA/CCA
Airline Type:
Full Service Carrier
Year Founded:
1988
Alliance:
Star Alliance
Airline Group:
Air China Group
CEO:
Cai Jianjiang
Country:
China
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