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
- IATA Code
- CA
- ICAO Code
- CCA
- Airline Type
- Full Service Carrier
- Year Founded
- 1988
- Alliance
- Star Alliance
- Airline Group
- Air China Group
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