Published : 3:19 A.M. EST, Jul 12, 2007

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On Monday morning, July 9^th, the newly established Chongqing Airlines initiated its maiden voyage, from Chongqing to Shanghai (flight number OQ 2307). Equipped with three pilots and six stewards, the maiden voyage carried more than 140 passengers.

 

The Chongqing Airlines was set up on June 18^th and was permitted to operate on July 4^th. Currently, its main air service includes Chongqing to Beijing, Chongqing to Shanghai and Chongqing to Guilin routes.