UPFRONT
DAXING OPENS ITS DOORS
THE much-anticipated Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) began operations on September 25 following an opening ceremony. Seven Chinese airlines launched their inaugural flights from the new airport, which is the largest integrated comprehensive transportation hub in the world.
At the time of writing, more airlines were set to start operating at the new airport during the winter season on or after October 27 this year, including Juneyao Airlines and several foreign airlines. See page 66 for our “Smart Traveller” guide on how to get to the city from both Daxing and the old Beijing Capital airport.
STARLUX AIRLINES UNVEILS CABIN DESIGN
TAIWANESE start-up airline Starlux Airlines has unveiled the cabin design and seat products for its new A321neo aircraft.
The 188-seater narrow-body will feature two classes, with eight business class seats and 180 economy class seats. Designworks designed the cabin interior and seating.
The design of the
