The first direct air route between Beijing and Seattle will be launched on June 9 by Hainan Airlines. This will be the fastest air link between China and the United States.
The new route will be operated by Airbus A330-200s on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Hainan Airlines will use Boeing787s, on the route after delivery next year.
Source:XinhuaAuthor:China Industry Time:2008-05-24 From:china daily