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Juneyao Air to upgrade cabins on 25 A320s, first deliveries in H2 2028
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Juneyao Air celebrated its 20th anniversary on September 21 at the Shanghai Contemporary Art Museum. Since its maiden flight in September 2006, the airline has carried over 200 million passengers, operates a fleet of 105 aircraft, and serves more than 100 cities across 15 countries in Asia, Europe, and Oceania via 260+ routes. Chairman Wang Junjin stated that the airline will systematically upgrade its full service chain and advance toward becoming a 'world-class airline' through internationalization, digitalization, ecological development, and green initiatives. Key announcements include a partnership with Airbus to refurbish 25 A320-series aircraft cabins, with the first redesigned planes expected by the second half of 2028. The airline's brand visual identity, in-flight audio, and music will also be refreshed with Shanghai-style cultural elements. Service upgrades include the completion of a '2+1' VIP lounge strategy across Shanghai's airports, an expanded care program for special-needs passengers (serving nearly 70,000 such passengers this year, including 17,000 unaccompanied children), and a 'Mengchong Fei' pet-in-cabin service now available at 50 airports on nearly 100 routes. The airline's transfer hub operations have accelerated, serving nearly 920,000 transfer passengers from 2024 through July 2026, with international transfers accounting for nearly 90% of total transfer traffic.
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Shanghai, September 21 – Juneyao Air held its 20th anniversary celebration at the Shanghai Contemporary Art Museum. Since its maiden flight in September 2006, the airline has carried over 200 million passengers and expanded its fleet to 105 aircraft. Operating more than 260 routes, it now serves over 100 cities across 15 countries and regions, with a network covering major cities in Asia, Europe, and Oceania.
Chairman’s Remarks
Wang Junjin, Chairman of Juneyao Air, stated: "Over the past two decades, every step of Juneyao Air's growth has been built on the dedication and hard work of our employees, and on the trust of our passengers and society. From 'Ruyi到家' to '心有吉祥，如意人生,' we have always conveyed warmth through sincerity and created surprises through innovation. Juneyao Air will systematically upgrade its full-service chain, continue to advance internationalization, digitalization, ecological development, and green initiatives, and strive toward becoming a world-class airline. Our mission is to create value for society and build a century-old enterprise. With the perseverance of a century, we will stay true to our original aspirations through every cycle and accompany every passenger on a warm journey."
Brand Refresh
In a brand renewal initiative, Juneyao Air and Airbus jointly announced a customized cabin upgrade plan for 25 of its A320 series aircraft. The first aircraft featuring the new cabin design are scheduled for delivery in the second half of 2028. Additionally, Juneyao Air's brand visual identity will be refreshed in a more youthful style, while in-flight announcements and music will also be updated to infuse the journey with Shanghai-style cultural charm.
Service Enhancements
Juneyao Air's "2+1" VIP lounge strategy has achieved its phased goals. From Hongqiao V6 and Pudong T2 International No. 72 to the upcoming "Sijin" VIP lounge at Pudong T2 Domestic No. 86 (scheduled for August 2026), the airline has standardized and ensured consistent VIP service experiences across Shanghai's two major airports.
The airline has also comprehensively upgraded its care service program for special-needs passengers. Since the beginning of this year, Juneyao Air has served nearly 70,000 such passengers, including approximately 17,000 unaccompanied minors. Furthermore, its "Mengchong Fei" pet-in-cabin service now covers 50 airports nationwide and nearly 100 routes, with nearly 3,500 pet-in-cabin services completed to date.
Transit Hub Upgrades
Leveraging its network of over 260 routes serving more than 100 cities across 15 countries and regions, Juneyao Air has accelerated the upgrade of its transit hubs. From 2024 to the end of July 2026, the airline has served nearly 920,000 transit passengers. In the first seven months of this year, international transit passengers (including international-to-international and international-to-domestic) approached 240,000, accounting for nearly 90% of the airline's total transit volume, making it the dominant segment of its transit business.
Looking Ahead
Juneyao Air is redefining the meaning of flight through sincerity and innovation. Looking to the future, the airline will continue to embrace a refreshed image and warm service, accompanying every passenger on a heartfelt journey.
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Juneyao Air marks 20 years, 200 million passengers, and unveils Airbus cabin upgrade