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BY OUR AVIATION CORRESPONDENT
15 June, 2005: Etihad Airways has increased the frequency of its flights to Asia. The airline has introduced daily flights to Bangkok and enhanced the service to Colombo to five flights a week.
Etihad Airways currently operates four flights every week to Bangkok and three times a week to Colombo.
The improved services to the capitals of two Asian counrues were announced at the Arabian Travel Market 2005, which were organised in Dubai in May.
Etihad Airways Chairman H.E. Dr. Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saif Al Nahyan said: "This strategic move demonstrates our commitment to providing guests with greater access for travel between the two hubs and it will help us build stronger ties between the UAE and Asia. We are very confident that the increased frequency of flights to Bangkok and Colombo will further motivate our guests to explore this vibrant region rich in tradition and cultural heritage." The Etihad chairman is also Chairman of the Civil Aviation Department in Abu Dhabi.
Etihad's expansion of its flights to Asian destinatons comes at an important time as the airline gears up for the busy summer season. Asia is emerging as one of the key travel destinations with Bangkok as the major hub in the region. Etihad Airways plans to increase its routes to Asia significantly by the end of this year in anticipation of the new aircraft that will support its ambitious expansion plans.
BY OUR AVIATION CORRESPONDENT
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