China's flag-carrier airline Air China has officially commenced its direct international flight from Chengdu (Tianfu) to Kuala Lumpur to boost travel between China and Malaysia, and increase tourist traffic between both countries.
The inaugural flight, CA483 departed today from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport and landed at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) at 5.58pm.
More than 150 passengers from the inaugural flight were greeted by a ceremonial water cannon salute by KLIA's Airport Fire and Rescue Services (AFRS) firetrucks before being welcomed by Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing.
Also present at the arrival ceremony of the inaugural flight was China's Ambassador to Malaysia Ouyang Yujing.
