With the take-off of flight MU551 from South China's Sanya Phoenix International Airport to London Heathrow at 08:39 am on Friday, China Eastern Airlines became the first Chinese airliner to launch a regular passenger flight from Sanya in Hainan province to Europe since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Shanghai-based carrier.
By offering convenient and efficient international air traffic network, the flight is tapping into Hainan's development into a free trade port.
The regular flight between Sanya and London, via Shanghai, will be operated once a week, according to China Eastern.
Since opening its Hainan branch in Sept 2021, China Eastern is committed to building a silk road in the air, connecting the world for the Hainan free trade port. The carrier is currently operating 587 flights to or from Hainan per week.
Four people killed in a house explosion in southwestern Missouri
Traditional Chinese Cultural Activities Attract Tourists During National Day Holiday
Update: China Unveils Shenzhou
China Focus: Postgraduate Admission Exam Proceeds with New COVID
Jessica Biel CHOPS her long locks into a bob after book signing in Studio City
5th CIIE Attracts 145 Countries, Regions, Int'l Organizations
China and Japan to Meet in Women's Final at Table Tennis Team Worlds
Chinese Scientists Develop New Method to Preserve Female Fertility
Why US Catholics are planning pilgrimages in communities across the nation
Chinese Scientists Develop New Method to Preserve Female Fertility