China Eastern Airlines News
China Eastern Airlines opens direct flights between Shanghai and Istanbul
China Eastern Airlines has announced that it will launch a new direct flight between Shanghai and Istanbul starting from September 28, 2023.
China Eastern Airlines shines at China Brand Day events
The China Brand Day events kicked off at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center in mid-May, joined by over 1,000 Chinese brands.
World’s first C919 Aircraft delivered to China Eastern Airlines
On Dec. 9, the world’s first C919 aircraft, with registration number of B-919A, was delivered to its world’s first launch customer, China Eastern Airlines (CEA).
Airbus has opened a new sustainable aviation chapter in China
Airbus has opened a new sustainable aviation chapter in China as an A320neo for China Eastern Airlines - first time powered by a five percent Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) fuel blend - took off from its Airbus Delivery Centre in Tianjin.
China Eastern plane comes down in Guangxi
The Civil Aviation Administration of China has confirmed a China Eastern Airlines plane carrying 132 people on board has crashed in Guangxi province.
Airbus rolls out first A350 from Tianjin facility
Airbus has delivered the first A350 from its widebody completion centre in Tianjin, taking additional steps in the expansion of its global footprint and long-term strategic partnership with China.
China Eastern Airlines to receive fresh funding
China Eastern Airlines will receive 31 billion yuan ($4.6 billion) from four new investors as the carrier seeks to overcome the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
China Eastern to launch new Hainan-based carrier
Government-backed China Eastern will own a majority 51 per cent share in the new carrier, which will be called Sanya International Airlines.
Gatwick boosts Shanghai connections with new Air China flight
Gatwick has been unveiled as the European airport with the fastest growing number of passenger seats to Shanghai, China. This exciting new growth is thanks to a brand-new Air China service which flies directly to the city.
Virgin Atlantic unveils plans for China Eastern joint venture
Virgin Atlantic has announced its intention to enter into a joint venture with China Eastern and Air France-KLM. The move is designed to provide customers with increased choice and connectivity across Europe and China.
London Gatwick welcomes new Shanghai departure
The new Shanghai route is a response to an increase in demand from Gatwick passengers for flights to China.
China Eastern welcomes first Airbus A350-900 to fleet
China Eastern Airlines has taken delivery of its first A350-900 in Toulouse, becoming the latest operator of the twin-engine widebody aircraft.