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China Eastern Airlines

China Eastern Airlines is one of the most important Chinese carriers in today’s commercial aviation industry. Headquartered in Shanghai, it has hubs and operating bases throughout the country, and a diverse fleet that allows it to serve a range of destinations. China Eastern also has several subsidiary airlines under its belt, and will turn 34 years old in 2022. (Featured image: Getty Images)

China Eastern Tile
China Eastern Airlines

IATA/ICAO Code
MU/CES
Airline Type
Full Service Carrier
Year Founded
1988
Alliance
SkyTeam
CEO
Liu Shaoyong
Country
China

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