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GOD MOVES IN MYSTERIOUS WAYS. When Liu Shaoyong served as GM of China Eastern Airlines between 2000 and 2002, the Shanghai-based carrier led the country's airlines in terms of profitability [...]

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SOMETIMES HISTORY REPEATS ITSELF. WHEN SICHUAN AIRLINES launched the A320 into Chinese skies in 1995, few would have expected that 14 years later the Chengdu-based carrier also would take delivery [...]

SHENZHEN WAS JUST A SMALL, REMOTE city in Guangdong Province in 1979 when then-Chinese Premier Deng Xiaoping decided to make it the country's first special economic zone as part of [...]

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CHINESE AVIATION ANALYSTS USED to warn that China's air transport industry could not fly on the single engine of Air China. For example, the industry enjoyed a significant financial turnaround [...]

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The article focuses on the international expansion plans of Chinese airlines. Topics covered include the number of international routes launched by Air China in 2015, the collective profit achieved by China Southern on its international network and the implementation by China Eastern of a Pacific strategy and a Europe profit plan. Also mentioned is the operation by Xiamen Airlines of intercontinental routes after taking delivery of 787-8 aircraft.

The article discusses global partnership strategies of China's major airlines, namely Air China, China Eastern and China Southern. It states that the number of Chinese citizens flying out of the country has continued to rise, presenting growth opportunities for Chinese carriers, and mentions that Air China signed a joint venture agreement with Germany's Lufthansa Group that covers routes between China and Europe. It notes that China Eastern Airlines partnered with Delta Air Lines.

The article reports that Commercial Aircraft Corp. (COMAC) took its first flight C919 in May 2017 with the narrowbody market dominated by Airbus and Boeing. It mentions C919 is the biggest commercial aircraft China has ever produced and annual production rate will be between 20 and 50 units, increasing to 150 after 2020. It also mentions China Eastern signed a letter of intent in 2010 for 20 C919s.

The article reports on the increase in passenger boardings in China's secondary city airports. Topics discussed include prediction on the number of Chinese nationals who can afford to travel abroad in 2016-2020, reason Boeing 787 is an example of how a new aircraft type can help airlines to justify the opening of new international routes from Chinese secondary cities, and explanation on why it is difficult for carriers operating intercontinental routes from Chengdu to be profitable.

The article offers information on the China based airline Air China Ltd. It states that the airline reported an earnig of 4.8 billion yuans in 2009 and 12.34 bllion Yuan in 2010, in spite of incurring loss of 9.37 billion Yuan in 2008. According to it the profit earned by Air China was contributed by tax relief in 2009 and profits earned from its 29.99 percent stake in Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd.

The article reports on the increase in high-speed rail which hinders the domestic growth of Chinese airlines in 2010. It notes that China has 7,431-kilometer (km) high-speed tracks in operation and will build 13,000 km in 2012. It cites routes which are claimed the fastest-growing in terms of air travel including Wuhan-Guangzhou, Shanghai-Nanjjing, and Hefei-Nanjing. It asserts that 80% of the route of Guangzhou-based carrier, CZ, is still domestic.

The article features Chinese carrier Juneyao Airlines, and discusses its profitability and implementation of a double-brand strategy with the launch of the low-cost carrier (LCC) 9 Air in 2014. Topics discussed include its increases in net income and operating revenue and higher daily aircraft utilization rate, consecutive profit record attributed to its strategy focusing on Shanghai, China hub, business model of high-end, low-cost, and market demand growth, and planned fleet expansion.

The article profiles the Sichuan Airlines Co. Ltd. It indicates that the company has established since 1995, along with the launching of A320 airline model. The company has concentrated in southwest China, which include major cities of Chengdu, Chongqing and Kunming. In addition, Chairman Lan Xinguo has emphasized on perfection over expansion of their facilities.

The article discusses the economic trend of the air transport industry in China. The fast-growing economy is said to be generated by the strong market demand for the country's airlines. However, succession of external shocks after 9/11, such as SARS, Avian flu and the run-up in fuel cost, has affected the industry where it hit its worst. On the other hand, it was found that, despite the suffering to other airlines, flag carrier Air China have been profitable since 2001.

The article focuses on the marketing campaign of Chinese airline companies. It mentions the plan of Chinese carriers to add more capacity on China-U.S. routes against its competitors in the U.S. It notes the increase in number of Chinese passengers who flew to the U.S. in 2014. It outlines the Chinese and U.S. carriers that fly directly between the U.S. and China which include Air China Ltd., China Eastern Airlines Corp. Ltd., and China Southern Airlines Co. Ltd.

The article focuses on the rapid expansion of the domestic airports of Beijing, China. It mentions the approved construction of 16 airports including 12 major expansion projects and four all-new airports. Consecutive operating losses are reported with emphasis on Shanghai with its Hongqiao Airport and Pudong Airport. The need for a new airport is discussed in relation to slot shortages and capacity constraints. An investment of 425 billion Chinese Yuan is presented as part of these plans.

The article focuses on the strong growth of the domestic business aviation market in China, which is projected by Embraer China to become the second largest business jet market behind the U.S. in the future. It provides the insights of Deer Jet vice president (VP) Fang Zhenhui and Wang Taiping of Executive Air (CEAEA) regarding the progress. It mentions several challenges to the Chinese business aviation market including high operation costs, incomplete supply chain, and personnel shortage.

The article discusses the challenges facing Chinese carriers to compete in the global aviation power. It notes that the determination of Beijing to become a global aviation power has prompted China to set its long-term goals of achieving a historical transformation to become a strong aviation nation by 2030. It states that airlines in the country need to address outdated business models and business strategies to truly compete in the world's leading airlines.

The article focuses on the rise in consumer's disposable income which has triggered strong airline results in 2010 which is a leading indicator for the coming of golden age in China. According to Guoyuan Securities Co. Ltd. aviation analyst Hu Dequan, the fast growth rate in the domestic market shows that Chinese air transport market has entered a cycle of fast growth. However, the country's airline industry is suffering a shortage of pilots as training cannot keep up with the demand.

The article examines the airline industry in China. According to Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), there was an aggregate profit of 6.13 billion Chinese yuan during the first nine months of 2009 when carriers were annoyed with a spate of natural disasters, traffic downturn and soaring fuel prices. However, the high debt ratio and weak profitability of domestic carriers remain unchanged that led other carriers to suspend or ceased operations and filed for bankruptcy.

The article presents a profile of Shenzhen Airlines, which has become a simile for the development of Shenzen, Guangdong province, China. From the time when former Chinese Premier Deng Xiaoping decided to make it its first special economic zone (SEZ), Shenzen has grown into an international metropolis and so has Shenzen Airlines, which has become China's largest privately owned airlines. Its fleet has 132 carriers, 200 domestic and international routes and 2,500 weekly departures.

The article focuses on the educational achievement and occupational philosophy of Wang Zhenghua, chairman of low-fare airline Spring Airlines in China. The chairman reveals his appreciation for the intelligence and business strategy of Herb Kelleher, former chairman of Southwest Airlines Co., who inspires him to launch and operate his low-fare airline. Through all the knowledge he got from Kelleher, his own company has turned into a company with strong financial performance.

The article recognizes the transformation in China's attitude toward foreign competitors on their major carriers. Chinese airlines feel threatened by rising Korean and Japanese carriers using sixth-freedom rights to capture market share. Meanwhile, as early as 2003, the Shanghai municipal government and Civil Aviation of China (CAAC) fixed the policy of building Shanghai as an international aviation hub. Moreover, safety is an important challenge for Chinese carriers.

The article explores the air transport industry in China. The author mentions that the industry was able to enjoy an important financial turnaround in 2006. She states that carriers in the country have little tolerance for controlling costs even if they are flexible on labor. The author discusses the business strategies of several industry players in the country.

The article reports that Bombardier Inc., Canadian airline manufacturer has planned to develop a 100 seater regional jet named CRJ1000. Vice president on marketing and communications Trung Ngo of Bombardier Inc. mentioned that it is a step towards customers demand of a 100-seat and it puts the company in a competitive position in Europe and North America. In addition, CRJ1000 is scheduled to make its first flight in the summer of 2008 with service entry in the fourth quarter in 2009.

The article offers news briefs to the airline industries in China as of July 2015 from the International Air Transport Association. China major airline carrier Air China Ltd. has generated an increase to its net profit due to the declining prices for aircraft oil prices. China Southern Airlines Co. Ltd. cited the increasing market demand on international routes. Chinese airline companies also cited the economic impacts on decline in premium passengers.

The article provides an overview of China's airline industry in 2014, particularly on its low-cost carrier market. Hainan Airlines' low-cost subsidiary Hong Kong Express president Ma Zhimin predicts that the country will experience an explosive growth period for low-cost carriers in the next 5-10 years. An overview about Spring Airlines is presented.

The article focuses on the success of Spring Airlines as the most profitable low-cost carrier (LCC) in China. Topics include the launch of LCC by Spring Airlines chairman Wang Zhenghua in 2004, the marketing rules and catering to the changing market needs that driven Spring Airlines' profitability, and the estimated one billion Chinese passenger boardings in 2030.

The article focuses on the "new enclosure movement" trend in China, wherein major airlines are launching local airlines with different local governments. Among the local airlines introduced were Fujian Airlines, Shandong Airlines, and China Southern Henan Airlines Co. Civil Aviation Management Institute of China vice professor Zou Jianjun states that domestic carriers are seeking cash support from local governments due to slow market demand growth induced by global economic uncertainty.

The article reports that Hainan Airlines Boeing 737-800 has completed a first passenger flight with sustainable biofuel made by Chinese oil and gas company Sinopec from waste cooking oil collected from restaurants in China.

The article discusses the struggle of transport planes in China against the decline in demand for commercial freight. It notes that China Eastern Airlines Corp. Ltd. has sold 51% of its stock in China Cargo Airlines to Shanghai Eastern Logistics Co. It mentions that Hainan Airlines Co. Ltd. has sold 60% of its stake to the firm TTK Express.

The article focuses on the condition of air transport industry of China in 2012. It mentions that Chinese air carriers are forecasted to experienced strong profit in 2012, in which Chinese air carriers posted 4.6 billion U.S. dollars net income for the first nine months of 2011. Lou Zhuping of China Eastern Airlines Corp. Ltd. states that he is optimistic on the demand in domestic market in 2012 particularly in Western China.