Report by : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA
Cebu Pacific Air has successfully flown its first A330-900. The airline ordered 16 of this aircraft in 2019, which can carry 460 passengers in a single cabin layout.
Thursday 23 September 2021
Congratulations to Starlux Airlines on its official inaugural flight to Singapore on 23 September 2021!
Inflight Pictures by: Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA
Tuesday 21 September 2021
China Southern's Zhuhai-themed aircraft, Wuhan - Singapore flight on 29 September 2021
Reports by : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA
News (1)
China Southern Airlines "Youth Zhuhai" makes its first commercial flight today
China Southern Airlines’ new theme-livery aircraft “Youth Zhuhai” carried out its first passenger flight from Guangzhou to Xi’an in the morning of 22 September 2021.
China Southern Airlines stated that this Boeing 737 with registration number B-1700 is painted and painted with Riyuebei Opera House and China International Aerospace Expo as the main design elements:
Riyuebei Opera House is the first opera house built on the island in China. Riyuebei, who "boarded" the plane, chose a white design under the sun. Its design and beauty in the lines make the painted patterns more rich and layered in the space, as if they have gathered a new energy and light, expressing the modern and international atmosphere of youthful Zhuhai. The China Air Show (Zhuhai Air Show) is one of the world's five most influential air shows. The "Youth Zhuhai" shows the most eye-catching flying aerobatics in the air show through the form of imagery.
The dynamic flight state and colorful trajectories make the overall composition more full and impactful, depicting the meaning of a new trajectory and colourful footprints in the sky in the future.
According to reports, the design of "Youth Zhuhai", from the background processing of oil painting, to the green ecological design with a more youthful design, is outlined with simple lines, presenting the green scene of Zhuhai, and the seawater also has a sense of hierarchy. The superimposed line processing of, portrays the exploration of youth and the curiosity of embracing the world on the fuselage, encouraging every young person to move forward bravely in this youthful and energetic city of Zhuhai.
As the first in-service civil aviation aircraft representing the image of Zhuhai city in history, the "Youth Zhuhai" will also be unveiled at the 13th China International Aerospace Expo to be held at the end of this month, and will be showcased at the air show event focused by global media The city image of Zhuhai is "the city of youth and the city of vitality".
China Southern Airlines Zhuhai Company, established in 1995, is the first and only base airline in Zhuhai.
News (2)
China Southern launches flight from Wuhan to Singapore on 29 September 2021
Image courtesy : Jay Lee
On 29 September 2021, China Southern is launching its first flight from Wuhan to Singapore. The outbound flight CZ8133 leaves Wuhan for Singapore at 5.40 pm and arrives in Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 1 at 10.30 pm.
The airline will conduct the second flight on 6 October 2021, subject to bilateral approval.
Saturday 18 September 2021
19 September 2021: Countdown to the eve of Starlux Airlines' inaugural flight to Singapore
Report by : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA
Today is 19 September 2021, that is 4 days to the eve of Starlux Airlines' official inaugural flight from Taoyuan to Singapore. Starlux Airlines operates its first commercial flight to Singapore from Taoyuan on 23 September 2021 (Thursday).
On 18 September 2021, Singapore's Ministry of Health (MOH) reports an increase of 1009 new covid cases, including 5 inbound cases and 1003 local community cases. Out of the 1003 local community cases, 926 cases are identified in the communities and 78 cases from migrant worker dormitories. These data are not revealed to the public until 1.05 am of 19 September 2021 by the MOH.
Let's hope Starlux Airlines would not cancel its planned inaugural flight to Singapore from Taoyuan on 23 September 2021 at last minute due to the surge in covid cases.
Taiwanese can enter Singapore under the International Safe Travel Lane with valid air passes while Taiwan has continued to impose visa requirement on Singaporeans since 18 March 2020 to curb the spread of covid.
Taiwan is open for essential travel only. Leisure travel is still not allowed. All visitors to Taiwan need to submit a negative PCR nucleic acid test result and quarantine at a ROC-approved hotel for two weeks. Taiwanese are allowed to quarantine at home only if they can prove they can live by themselves.
Reopening Taiwan's borders for vaccinated people is Taiwan's plan. The Republic of China government says covid restrictions in Taiwan may ease on 21 September 2021.
According to a press release, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of China (Taiwan) is willing to gradually adjust regulations regarding foreign nationals’ entry into Taiwan “in accordance with decisions and standards set by the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).”
Friday 17 September 2021
Myanmar Airways International launches relief flight to Taoyuan on 24 September 2021
Report by : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA
Myanmar Airways International (MAI) is launching its first relief flight from Yangon to Taoyuan on 24 September 2021 with its Airbus A320 aircraft.
On 24 September 2021, MAI flight 8M1200 departs from Yangon for Taoyuan at 9 am, touches down in Taoyuan at 2.45 pm before leaving Taoyuan for Yangon at 3.45 pm and landing in Taoyuan at 6.25 pm under flight 8M1201.
Thursday 16 September 2021
MIAT Mongolian Airlines flight OM7186 touches down in Chinggis Khaan on 17 September 2021
Report and research by: Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA
News (1)
MIAT Mongolian Airlines B737-800 (JU-1015) sighted departing for Hanoi did not descend past original park on 16 September 2021
MIAT Mongolian Airlines flight OM7186 originally planned to descend past the Changi Beach Park to the Singapore Changi Airport on 16 September 2021 at 3.40 pm. However, due to the late departure issue from Darwin, flight OM7186 changed flight track direction. It flew past Xilin Ave instead and arrived at Changi Airport at 5.30 pm.
During the morning, early afternoon of 16 September and the days before, airlines arriving at Changi Airport chose to descend past Changi Beach Park. So the reporter followed the trajectory and decided to travel to Changi Beach Park via Bishan Bus Interchange by Bus 59, attempting to catch a clear shot of MIAT Mongolian Airlines B737-800. The whole journey takes 1 hour 45 minutes from Ang Mo Kio including walking and MRT ride from Ang Mo Kio to Bishan.
News (2)
Wind changed to the south from the north, OM7186 flew past Xilin Ave
The wind suddenly changed its direction from the north to the south, forcing flight OM7186 to change its original trajectory. When I realized that the flight has changed track direction, it is too late to find a taxi there during the pandemic to travel to the other aircraft-spotting side.
Flight OM7186 flew past Xilin Ave of Changi Business Park and arrived at Changi Airport Terminal 1.
The wind change comes late during summer. Aircraft-spotters revealed online that usually inbound flights flew past Xilin Ave starting from June but the change only kicks off in the late afternoon of 16 September 2021.
There are no taxi and bus services from Changi Beach Park to Changi Business Park. Releasing the change in wind direction at the last 25 minutes before arrival, the reporter should have changed park of focus to Changi Business Park and will go to Changi Business Park next time if flight OM7186 from Darwin arrives in Singapore again.
News (3)
MIAT Mongolian Airlines lands at both Changi Airport Terminals 3 and 1
According to searches on Changi Airport web-site, MIAT Mongolian Airlines lands at both Changi Airport Terminals 3 and 1. Flight OM7185 from Ulaanbaatar via Hanoi arrives at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 3 on 14 September during sleeping hour and departed for Brisbane via Darwin on the same day.
On 16 September 2021, flight OM7186 leaves Darwin for Singapore at 2.42 pm local times (instead of 12.30 pm) and arrives at Changi Airport Terminal 1 at 5.30 pm local time. It departs for Hanoi at 6.23 pm and touches down in Hanoi at 8.41 pm.
The relief flights on 14 and 16 September 2021 are the fifth such return flight from Ulaanbaatar to Brisbane via Hanoi, Singapore and Darwin. MIAT Mongolian Airlines begins its first relief flight to Brisbane from Ulaanbaatar via Hanoi, Singapore and Darwin on 30 March 2021.
Ref: https://kucinta-air.blogspot.com/2021/03/miat-mongolian-airlines-organizes-third.html
News (4)
The plane JU-1015 lands in Chinggis Khaan
The Mongolian aircraft JU-1015 operating flight OM7186 arrives at the new Chinggis Khaan International Airport / New Ulaanbaatar International Airport (Chinggis Khaan, airport code UBN) on 17 September 2021, marking its first complete flight link between the airport at Khöshig Valley of Tov, outside Ulaanbaatar and Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport.
The same plane carries out its first international flight from Chinggis Khaan to Narita on 4 July 2021.
Another B737-800 aircraft of MIAT Mongolian Airlines operates the flight from Hanoi to Chinggis Khaan on 5 August 2021.
Altogether, five flights between Hanoi and Ulaanbaatar have been completed. MIAT's first flight from Hanoi to Ulaanbaatar is on 31 March 2021.
According to Wikipedia, Chinggis Khaan is located 52 km south of Ulaanbaatar whereas the original Chinggis Khaan International Airport 15 km away from Ulaanbaatar city centre is now called Buyant-Ukhaa.
Ref: https://staygate.blogspot.com/2021/07/new-ulaanbaatar-international-airport.html
News (5)
Buyant-Ukhaa's first bike show in Mongolia
Image : MIAT Mongolian Airlines Facebook
On 1 September 2021, MIAT Mongolian Airlines reveals that it is working together with Road Mongolia Amateur Bike Sports Club to encourage children to practice bike sports. The press annoucement was made at MIAT Head Office at Buyant-Ukhaa.
MIAT Mongolian Airlines mentioned, "Road Mongolia bike club bikers were born this year with three sports master." So the cyclists can choose to depart from Buyant-Ukhaa and ride towards Ulaanbaatar city centre since Buyant-Ukhaa no longer operates international commercial flight operations.
Buyant-Ukhaa serves domestic flights of MIAT Mongolian Airlines, Hunnu Air and Aero Mongolia.
Monday 13 September 2021
Breeze Airways to own up to 80 Airbus A220-300 jets
Report by : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA / Image courtesy : CARNOC
Breeze Airways unveiled its new Airbus A220-300 aircraft camouflage. At the same time, it announced that it has confirmed the purchase of 20 additional aircraft of this type, bringing the total number of orders for A220-300 aircraft to 80, of which the first aircraft will be delivered in the fourth quarter of 2021.
The new painting of the aircraft was sprayed on Airbus's final assembly line in Mobile, Alabama. For the next six and a half years, Breeze Airways will receive an A220-300 aircraft from Mobile on average every month. The company plans to begin operations of its Airbus fleet in the second quarter of 2022.
The excellent efficiency of the Airbus A220 aircraft will support the new airline’s business goals to provide passengers with an outstanding travel experience with low fares and high flexibility. Breeze Airways will provide nonstop nonstop flights across the United States at a discounted fare.
Breeze Airlines starts operations in May 2021. The first A220 aircraft unveiled this time will be the first new aircraft operated by the company.
Airbus A220 aircraft is designed and manufactured specifically for the 100 to 150 seat market. Not only can it provide superior fuel efficiency, as a single-aisle aircraft, it can also provide true wide-body aircraft-level comfort. With advanced aerodynamic design, advanced materials and Pratt & Whitney's new generation of PW1500G gear transmission turbofan engine. Thanks to the application of many new technologies, the A220 aircraft has the characteristics of being quiet, clean and environmentally friendly. Compared with the previous generation aircraft, the A220’s noise footprint has been reduced by 50%, the average fuel consumption per seat can be reduced by 25%, and the nitrogen oxide emissions are 50% lower than the industry standard. It is an aircraft that is very suitable for urban operations.
So far, more than 170 A220 aircraft have been delivered to 10 operators in Asia, North America, Europe and Africa, proving the outstanding versatility of this new member of the Airbus family.
Saturday 11 September 2021
Gulf Air resumes direct flight to Singapore on 12 September 2021
Report by : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA
According to Changi Airport. Gulf Air has resumed direct flight from Bahrain to Singapore. The inbound flight GF165 is expected to arrive at Terminal 1 at 12.59 pm on 12 September 2021.
Friday 10 September 2021
The official company name of Ruili Airlines is now Sunan Ruili Airlines Co., Ltd.
Report by : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA
Based on news from Wuxi Daily and Wuxi Bobao, Sunan Ruili Airlines Co., Ltd. held an unveiling ceremony on 8 September 2021. Du Xiaogang, Secretary of the Wuxi Municipal Party Committee, met with Xu Gang, CEO of Airbus China, and inaugurated Sunan Ruili Airlines Co., Ltd.. City leaders Jiang Min and Zhang Mingkang, CAE China President Cai Duo attended the meeting and signing ceremony. Upon completion of the relevant rename approval procedures, "Sunan Ruili" will become the resounding name of Jiangsu's first local airline.
Wuxi is the first city in Jiangsu Province with a local airline. This "settlement" can be said to be an important moment in the history of civil aviation in Wuxi and even Jiangsu! With this valuable "admission ticket" for entering the upstream and downstream of the civil aviation industry, Wuxi will take off by "opportunity" and will fly in a larger horizon!
With Ruili Airlines landing in Wuxi, Wuxi Airlines finally "dreams into reality", Wuxi's comprehensive transportation system will also make up for a key shortcoming. "Place more transportation origins in Wuxi!" At the two sessions this year, Liu Yuhai, member of the CPPCC, Secretary of the Party Committee of the Municipal Transportation Group, and Chairman of the Board of Directors, said that "out of the circle" was appropriate.
Ruili Airlines currently operates 21 aircrafts, opens 84 domestic routes, and the route network covers 46 general aviation cities. Of course, Wuxi's aviation development does not stop there. In fact, in the aviation field, Wuxi Transportation Group has been deployed for many years, and the results are very obvious:
The first phase of the Dingshu General Airport in Yixing will be completed and put into operation at the end of this year, and the second phase of the airport will be carried out simultaneously. The "one-hour air commuter circle" of the Yangtze River Delta General Airport is just around the corner.
At that time, Dingshu General Airport will connect with the existing transportation airport layout and aviation industry, and form a complementary and dislocation development with Sunan Shuofang International Airport, support and drive the development of large-scale and characteristic general aviation industry focus areas, and build Wuxi's "dual airport" pattern .
It is worth noting that around Dingshu General Airport, a comprehensive general aviation industrial park integrating manufacturing, operation, service, and exhibition is also planned.
The company headquarters (production and operation base) of Haiyi Aircraft is also in Yixing, and it is planned to achieve sales and delivery during the 14th Five-Year Plan period.
The focus is on Wuxi Sunan Shuofang International Airport. In 2020, the passenger throughput will be close to 6 million, and the status of Jiangsu's second largest airport is solid.
Finding out, Wuxi has a complete aviation industry chain, including airports, airlines, aircraft manufacturing, and industrial parks, step by step. Wuxi has already laid a strong enough foundation for the level of urban traffic, and the future will be limitless.
Now that Wuxi has its own airline, it has more autonomy in choosing routes, which can give full play to the leading role of the airport, better serve local economic development, and help Wuxi integrate into the domestic and international "dual cycle" development pattern.
Sunan Ruili Airlines has stated that it will introduce aircraft that fly farther in the future, flying directly from Wuxi to Cambodia's Westport Special Zone and other "Belt and Road" regions to meet the needs of more local companies to "go global" for investment.
It can be seen that, for Wuxi, local airlines not only enhance the image of the city, but also provide an excellent fulcrum for the city to enter the aviation industry, vigorously expand the hub economy, and better integrate into the national strategy.
On 3 September 2021, the "Wuxi=Xiamen" route operated by Ruili Airlines opened. Prior to this, new routes were opened from Wuxi to Shenzhen, to Chongqing, to Mangshi, and to Tongren. In the future, the transportation capacity will be tilted to high-yield areas, the routes will be greatly optimized and improved, and the capacity investment in the east and southwest markets will be increased.
Ruili Airlines, which has taken root in Wuxi, is bound to "resonate with the same frequency" as the city's development thinking. It will become more and more closely connected with the city of Wuxi, and its awareness of serving the city will continue to increase and its capabilities will continue to improve.
According to reports, the company plans to develop its fleet of 45 aircraft in the next five years. It will target the development model of "local airlines + hub airports" in domestic first-class cities such as Beijing and Shanghai, and build Sunan Ruili Airlines into the core base of Sunan Shuofang Airport. On the company operations, it is implementing the "two main (Wuxi, Kunming) and multiple auxiliary (Shenyang, Mangshi, Nanjing, Xuzhou, Lianyungang, etc.) base operating models, and build the entire local aviation industry chain for passenger transportation, cargo, and aircraft maintenance." "Sunan Ruili + Sunan Shuofang" promotes the economic development of Wuxi hub at a high level, and is more deeply integrated into the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta.
While optimizing and improving the airline network, a series of layouts around the development of aviation industry clusters have been launched across the board.
At the unveiling ceremony, "4+1" industrial cooperation projects were signed simultaneously. In the next three years, the total investment involved is nearly 10 billion yuan, and more than 2,000 aviation-related jobs will be added. The models with the best cost performance and the best quality will be introduced to meet the development needs of Sunan Ruili Airlines' main base in Wuxi.
In addition, it is planned to introduce an aircraft maintenance engineering technology company and an aviation material support center in the high-tech zone, which can provide maintenance services such as scheduled inspection, overhaul and lease-back inspection for Sunan Ruili Airlines and other airlines' aircraft.
The contract also introduced a flight training center project for aviation pilot training and flight attendants and other professional training, as well as aviation science popularization and flight experience functions.
The Municipal Transportation Group also jointly invested in Jiangsu Guopeng Aviation Fund with Wuxi High-tech Zone, China CITIC Bank and China Everbright Bank.
On the basis of cooperation in these projects, the Municipal Transportation Group will further deepen cooperation with well-known aviation companies in the aviation industry chain, and strengthen and expand the aviation industry cluster in Wuxi.
Greater Bay Airlines planned to launch flight to Singapore in the fourth quarter of 2021, plan deferred
Report by : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA
According to Hong Kong media reports, the license application of the Greater Bay Airlines still needs to be approved by the Hong Kong Air Transport Licensing Authority. However, it is reported that due to complaints made by Cathay Pacific, the Air Transport Licensing Authority needs to hold a closed-door hearing on the license application of the Greater Bay Airlines, review the information submitted by it, and weigh the opinions of other local airlines. The closed-door hearing has been scheduled to be held at the end of December. Before the completion of the hearing and the approval of the license, Greater Bay Airlines failed to operate scheduled flights, which means that it may be hopeless for Greater Bay Area Airlines to launch operations this year.
Cathay Pacific said that although it did not object to the application of the Greater Bay Airlines, it admitted that it had lodged a complaint with the Air Transport Licensing Authority and believed that when approving any application for air services, it must consider the current difficult operating environment faced by the local air service industry. In the Greater Bay Airlines' license application, the Air Licensing Board has listed Cathay Pacific as a party of interest.
Cathay Pacific stated that it will cooperate with the Air Transport Licensing Authority in handling applications for aviation licenses in the Greater Bay Area and all appropriate procedures for related representations. Cathay Pacific also stated that the aviation industry has always been highly competitive and is currently competing with more than a hundred airlines. It understands that a vibrant aviation service market is essential for Hong Kong to continue to become a leading international aviation hub.
The Air Licensing Board stated that it is currently processing applications for licenses from Greater Bay Airlines in accordance with the Air Transport (Air Service Licence) Regulations and other relevant laws. If a decision is made, it will be published in the Gazette in accordance with the law. As for the hearing arrangements, it is still to be decided after the Licensing Authority and other relevant agencies, including the Greater Bay Airlines, negotiate. The Empty Licensing Board pointed out that in order not to affect the work, the current license application for the Greater Bay Area Airlines has no further supplements.
Greater Bay Airlines announced earlier that it plans to launch routes to Singapore, Bangkok and Phuket in the fourth quarter of 2021. The airline's first passenger plane flew from Kazakhstan’s Astana International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport on the 7th.
Wednesday 8 September 2021
Shenzhen Airlines launches daily flight to Wuhu on 9 September 2021
Report by : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA
Shenzhen Airlines launches direct daily flight from Shenzhen to Wuhu, a prefecture-level city in southeastern Anhui Province, China, on 9 September 2021.
According to schedules, Shenzhen Airlines flight ZH8429 departs from Shenzhen for Wuhu at 8.10 am, touches down in Wuhu at 10.10 am before leaving Wuhu for Shenzhen at 11.50 am and arriving in Shenzhen at 2.10 pm under flight ZH8430.
Flights are operated using A320 aircraft.
Tuesday 7 September 2021
Starlux Airlines follows epidemic prevention and control measure guidelines
Report by : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA
According to Starlux Airlines, the Taiwan airline has recently been certified as an airline following epidemic prevention and control measures as set out according to CDC and WHO guidelines Their crew will be issued stay-home-notices if diagnosed and be sent for regular Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) testing.
The airline replied in detail, "Our company has most recently been awarded WWTC Safe Travels Stamp where we go according to CDC and WHO guidelines. Upon confirming that a crew has been COVID-19 positive, we will go according to our Standard Operating Procedures which include disinfecting the aircraft, issue stay-home-notices to the crew set, as well as sending them for PCR tests to ensure that they're well taken care of, and that our passengers' health and safety is safeguarded."
Starlux Airlines begins its first official inaugural flight to Singapore Changi from Taoyuan on 23 September 2021 and will fly thrice a week from 2 October 2021. Operation days in October are on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
Ref: https://kucinta-air.blogspot.com/2021/08/starlux-airlines-launches-official.html
Congratulations to Zipair on its official inaugural flight to Singapore on 7 September 2021!
Image : Zipair 787-8 with its Z logo on its tail passing by Turkish Airlines at Changi Airport Terminal 1.
Congratulations to Zipair on its official inaugural flight to Singapore on 7 September 2021!
The Dreamliner 787-8 of Zipair, officially known as Zipair Tokyo Inc., lands in Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 1 at 7.29 am on 7 September 2021, about one hour ahead of schedule.
According to schedules, Zipair flight ZG53 departs for Singapore from Narita at 2 pm and arrives in Singapore Changi at 8.25 pm. On the actual day of the inaugural flight, it departed from Narita at 2.02 am and landed in Changi Airport at 7.29 pm.
The outbound flight to Narita from Changi, ZG54, however did not pass by the tarmac facing the viewing gallery of Changi Airport Terminal 1. It departed from Changi at 10.16 pm (scheduled departure at 9.55 pm).
With more than 10 aircraft-spotters chasing the plane at the viewing gallery, it was hard to capture nice views of the Zipair aircraft moving in front of the viewing gallery.
Zipair is the long-haul low-cost carrier subsidiary of Japan Airlines.
Sunday 5 September 2021
News of four South Korean airlines Aero K, Air Premia, Hi Air and Jeju Air
Report by : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA / Images courtesy : Aero K
News (1)
Aero K plans to fly to Southeast Asia once covid restrictions ease
Aero K, the Cheongju-based low-cost airline, plans to launch scheduled flights from Cheongju and Jeju to destinations in Southeast Asia as soon as covid restrictions in South Korea ease.
According to its Korean route network map, Aero K's prospective destinations in Southeast Asia include Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh, Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Kuala Lumpur.
Aero K also plans to fly to Taoyuan, Hong Kong, Macau, Pudong, Hangzhou, Fukuoka, Kansai and Vladivostok.
Aero K, formerly known as K-Air Aviation, has two Airbus A320 jets in its fleet. It receives its first aircraft on 14 February 2021 and currently operates regular flights to Jeju from Cheongju, its only domestic route. Its inaugural flight to Jeju is on 15 April 2021.
News (2)
Air Premia adjusted flight schedule to Jeju from Seoul has plan to launch flight to Singapore
Image courtesy : Kim Wanggi
Air Premia, the newest South Korean airline, has adjusted its flight schedule from Seoul Gimpo to Jeju from 3 September 2021.
According to schedules from 3 September to 26 September 2021, Air Premia flight YP543 leaves Gimpo for Jeju at 12.55 pm, arrives in Jeju at 2.05 pm before leaving Jeju for Gimpo at 3.05 pm and touching down in Seoul at 4.15 pm on Saturdays under flight YP544.
On Sundays, flight YP544 arrives in Jeju at 4.45 pm after departing from Seoul at 3.35 pm.
Air Premia operates flights to Jeju with its Dreamliner 787-9. As soon as the covid restrictions ease, it plans to launch flights gradually to Singapore, Suvarnabhumi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Cairns, Los Angeles, San Jose, Honolulu, Vancouver and Berlin (destinations opened not in order).
The long-haul airline has an additional order of two Dreamliners 787-9. It has plan to own up to 10 Dreamliners 787-9 by 2024.
Air Premia received its AOC in July 2020 and launches its first domestic flight to Jeju on 11 August 2021.
News (3)
Hi Air now flies to Muan, Ulsan and Sacheon, besides Jeju
Image courtesy : ATR
Hi Air, the ATR72-500 operator of South Korea, has added flights to Muan, Ulsan and Sacheon from 1 September 2021 besides its busy route from Seoul Gimpo to Jeju.
The airline begins its commercial flight operation to Jeju from Gimpo in December 2019. Two ATR72-500 turboprop aircraft were added to its fleet in August and October 2020. It owns a fleet of 4 ATR72-500s.
From 1 September 2021, the domestic routes of Hi Air include Gimpo=Muan, Gimpo=Ulsan, Gimpo=Sacheon, Gimpo=Jeju, Jeju=Muan, Jeju=Ulsan, Jeju=Sacheon and Jeju=Gimpo.
Sacheon is the airport gateway to the city of Jinju in South Gyeongsang Province. It is the home of Korea Aerospace Industries, which manufactures military aircraft and satellites.
Tourist destinations in Jinju include Jinju Castle, Jinju National Museum and Namgang Prehistoric Museum.
News (4)
Jeju Air turns its online booking web-site into a multi-service booking platform
The pandemic continues to restrict the flight operations of Jeju Air to its domestic routes. Since February 2020, Jeju Air has not continued its international flights. Recently, it has converted its booking web-site into a multi-service booking platform.
This online service platform allows users to book domestic tours, hotel rooms, car rentals, wedding banquets, purchase wedding gowns and jewellery in South Korea.
The platform is known as Jeju Air Tourism.
Earlier, it was reported in the media that Jeju Air has even opened a restaurant in Jeju where its customers can walk-in to order meals that were normally found on Jeju Air's flights.
Jeju Air's B737-800 aircraft livery advertising also continues to attract businesses to advertise on the aircraft despite the flight restrictions.
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