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Turkish Airlines has officially launched its new Istanbul–Chengdu service, expanding its network in China. The inaugural flight, TK226, arrived at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport and was operated by a Boeing 777-300ER.
The new route covers approximately 6,759 kilometres and will operate three times weekly, strengthening air connectivity between Istanbul and the Chinese city of Chengdu.
Regular services will be operated using Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft configured to accommodate 300 passengers, including 30 Business Class seats.
