BEIJING, Nov. 10 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- Air China recently announced the launch of a fleet of luxurious Airbus A330s onto its Beijing-Dubai route. This state-of-the-art aircraft has already been used by the airline for its routes between Beijing and Vancouver, Frankfurt, Paris, Madrid and Sydney. Passengers taking these routes have experienced the optimal in-flight experience, with comfort and space at a premium.

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The A330 boasts cutting edge technology, including AVOD (audio and video on demand) entertainment systems and 10.6 inch individual televisions for business class passengers. Meanwhile, a 100V AC electrical outlet under each seat makes it possible for business travelers to bring their office to the skies. Several entertainment facilities are available to economy class passengers as well, including multimedia options and online games.

With the number of international flights growing every year, and the distance of these flights constantly increasing, the deployment of more Airbus A330s by Air China demonstrates the importance the airline places on its passengers' comfort and in-flight entertainment on long journeys.

Air China is also constantly improving its services, the airline recently increased it flights between Beijing and Bangkok to one every day, and other international services have been enhanced. For more information, and to keep up to date with Air China's constant upgrades, please refer to its website http://www.airchina.com.cn/ or telephone the sales hotline on 4008-100-999.

About Air China

As a Star Alliance member, and the only flag carrier of China, Air China operates a worldwide network from its hub in Beijing. With a fleet of 214 Airbus and Boeing aircraft, it runs 243 routes -- 168 domestic, 69 international, and 6 regional -- serving 28 countries and regions. It offers over 6,000 flights with over 1,000,000 seats every week to 81 domestic and 42 overseas and regional destinations.

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