Korean Air celebrates 55 years of passenger service and 50 years of cargo operations to Hong Kong

HONG KONG,Oct. 2, 2024/PRNewswire/ -- Korean Air is proud to mark two major milestones: 55 years of passenger service and 50 years of cargo operations toHong Kong, underscoring its long-standing commitment to connecting Korea andHong Kong.

Korean Air's inaugural flight toHong Kongtook place inOctober 1969, establishing a vital route that has grown into one of the airline's most important international services. The airline's first international route launched onOctober 2, 1969, and connectedSeoul,Osaka,Taipei,Hong Kong,SaigonandBangkok. At that time, long-haul routes often included multiple stopovers, benefiting from fifth-freedom traffic rights, and this strategy facilitated regional cooperation, positioning Korean Air as a critical bridge inAsia.

In response to increasing demand, Korean Air introduced a directSeoul-Hong Kongroute onDecember 2, 1969. The airline further expanded its offerings by launching its first cargo service toHong KongonSeptember 9, 1974. Over the past five decades, theHong Kongcargo route has played a pivotal role in Korean Air's cargo operations, connectingAsiawith the rest of the world.

What started with two weekly passenger flights has grown into 28 weekly flights, making theHong Kongpassenger route the busiest in Korean Air'sGreater Chinanetwork. Recently, the airline expanded its regional presence by launching new services toMacau, further solidifying its position in the Asian market.

To commemorate the 55th anniversary, Korean Air is hosting a series of events to thank its customers and reflect on the past five decades of service. OnOctober 2, passengers on Korean Air flight KE172 fromHong Kongto Incheon will have a chance to win special prizes: the 55th passenger to check in will receive a Prestige Class ticket, while the 110th passenger will be awarded an Economy Class ticket for the Hong Kong-Seoul Incheon route.

Additionally, onOctober 17, Korean Air will participate in the"National Day of the Republic of Korea"event, hosted by the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea inHong Kong. The airline will set up a promotional booth celebrating the cultural and economic connections between Korea andHong Kong, and visitors will receive limited-edition postcards featuring historical moments from Korean Air's 55 years of service toHong Kong.

Park Ki Tae, Regional General Manager of Korean Air's Hong Kong Passenger Sales Office, remarked on the occasion:"This year marks an important milestone as we celebrate 55 years of passenger services and 50 years of cargo operations toHong Kong. Korean Air has played a key role in connectingHong Kongand Korea, not just through transportation, but also by fostering cultural and economic exchanges. We remain committed to serve as a vital bridge between these two regions, while continuously striving to provide our customers with exceptional service."

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