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China United Airlines
China · LIANHANG

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Connecting China with affordable, reliable air travel.
Founded
1986
Headquarters
Beijing, China
China United Airlines (CUA) is a Chinese low-cost carrier operating under IATA code HR and ICAO code CUA, with the callsign LIANHANG. Founded from military aviation roots, the airline transitioned into a civilian carrier and has grown to serve numerous domestic routes across China.
The airline is a subsidiary of China Eastern Airlines Group, one of China's major state-owned aviation conglomerates. This relationship provides CUA with operational support and network connectivity within the broader China Eastern ecosystem.
China United Airlines primarily focuses on domestic routes, offering budget-friendly fares to price-sensitive travelers. Its main base of operations is Beijing Nanyuan Airport, which was historically its primary hub before that airport's closure, after which operations shifted to other Beijing-area facilities.
Hubs & network
China United Airlines primarily operates from Beijing Capital International Airport and previously used Beijing Nanyuan Airport as its main base.
Fleet
China United Airlines operates a fleet primarily composed of Boeing 737 series narrowbody aircraft suited for domestic routes.
Notable facts
- ›China United Airlines traces its origins to the People's Liberation Army Air Force before converting to civilian operations.
- ›The airline is a subsidiary of China Eastern Airlines Group.
- ›Beijing Nanyuan Airport, its historic hub, was closed in September 2019 and operations were relocated.
- ›CUA primarily serves domestic Chinese routes with a low-cost model.
- ›The airline's ICAO callsign LIANHANG reflects its identity as a 'united' or 'joint' aviation operator.
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China United Airlines connecting domestic destinations with reliable affordable service
China United Airlines, operating under IATA code HR and callsign LIANHANG, is a Chinese low-cost carrier headquartered in Beijing. Founded in 1986 as a military airline before transitioning to civil aviation, it operates primarily domestic routes across China. The airline is a subsidiary of China Eastern Airlines Group and is known for its focus on budget-friendly domestic travel.
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Fleet Note
China United Airlines operates a fleet composed primarily of Boeing 737 series narrow-body aircraft suited for domestic short-to-medium-haul routes.
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