32.9 C
Bangkok
Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Thai AirAsia gears up for China revival

Staff take part in training as carrier prepares to reopen eight routes to mainland

Thai AirAsia cabin crew participate in an aviation safety and emergency course at its Asia Aviation Academy in Bangkok. (Photo: Reuters)

The budget carrier Thai AirAsia is preparing its pilots and cabin crew for the return of Chinese tourists, previously its largest customer group, as the airline resumes routes across China.

The airline is preparing to restart flights to eight Chinese cities including Chongqing, Guangzhou, Hangzhou and Wuhan, for which cabin crew are undergoing refresher training courses.

“On the flight, we should have at least one cabin crew who can speak Mandarin to communicate with passengers,”…

Read more…

Latest Articles