China Eastern Airlines has inaugurated a direct flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Xi’an, marking a significant milestone for the airport and strengthening ties between Italy and China. This new route will boost tourism, business connections, and international connectivity, and is a testament to the growing relationship between the two countries.
China Eastern Airlines has launched a suite of digital services, known as ‘Eastern E-Services’, at Shanghai Pudong International Airport, designed to enhance convenience for international travelers. The services encompass everything from online check-in and baggage drop-off to expedited customs clearance, creating a paperless and efficient travel journey.
China Eastern Airlines has introduced its new Eastern E-Services at Shanghai Pudong International Airport to make international travel easier and more efficient. These services include digital boarding passes, online customs declaration, and even a ‘bus + air’ combined transportation service. This initiative aims to streamline the travel process for passengers, improve baggage handling, and enhance connectivity within the Yangtze River Delta region.
China’s domestically-produced C919 commercial jet has reached a significant milestone, carrying over 500,000 passengers since its launch in May 2023. This achievement highlights the growing acceptance of the aircraft within China’s aviation industry, with major airlines like China Southern and Air China now incorporating the C919 into their fleets.
Perth Airport is set to reconnect Western Australia with mainland China as China Eastern Airlines resumes its non-stop service to Shanghai in early 2025. The seasonal route, operating during the Chinese New Year holiday period, will provide a convenient travel option for passengers and significantly benefit both tourism and business sectors.
China Eastern Airlines has expanded its fleet of Chinese-made C919 jets to six aircraft with the recent addition of flight number B-919G. This delivery is part of the airline’s order for 100 C919s, marking a major milestone in the commercial operations of the aircraft. China Eastern has already successfully operated multiple routes with five C919 jets since commencing maiden flights in May 2023.
