China Eastern Reports Highest-ever Passenger Load Factor
China Eastern Airlines, the nation's third largest airline, recently said that its passenger load factor reached 80.1% in June 2010 — the highest level ever. And its cargo load factor was 59.7%.
China And Chile Sign New Open Skies Agreement
According to Chile's Ministry of Transport, Chile and China have signed a new "open skies" agreement to further open the air travel between the two countries for both cargo and passengers.
State Council Regulations For Management Of China's Airports
China's State Council has published Regulations On The Management Of Civil Airport, specifying the obligations of airport management bodies.
China's Aviation Industry Lost CNY28 Billion In 2008
Yang Guoqing, deputy director of Civil Aviation Administration of China and a deputy to the current CPPCC meeting, has disclosed to local media that China's aviation industry suffered a total loss of CNY28 billion in 2008, which is said to be the biggest loss suffered by the Chinese aviation industry in 30 years.
Hainan Airlines Gains Approval For Enlarged Business Scope
The Middle and South Regional Management Bureau of the Civil Aviation Administration of China has completed a preliminary review on Hainan Airlines' application to expand its business scope.
Okay Airways To Suspend Passenger Flights From December 15
Wang Junjin, chairman of the board of Okay Airways, said that with the approval of the civil aviation management department Okay Airways will suspend its passenger services from December 15, 2008, however the airline says it will continue with its cargo operations.