Sichuan Airlines
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Sichuan Airlines (3U/CSC) is China's largest airline in Western China, founded in 1986 and headquartered in Chengdu. Operating from major hubs in Chengdu and Chongqing, it serves 151 destinations across 25 countries with a modern fleet of Airbus widebodies and narrowbodies.
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Sichuan Airlines (IATA: 3U, ICAO: CSC) is a major Chinese carrier established in 1986, with operations beginning in 1988. Based in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, it has grown to become the largest airline serving Western China and operates from two primary hubs: Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport.
The airline's network spans 151 destinations across 25 countries, connecting passengers from Western China to domestic and international points. This extensive reach reflects its role as a key carrier for the region, with additional focus on hubs in Chengdu Tianfu and Kunming.
Sichuan Airlines operates a modern fleet built on Airbus narrowbody (A319, A320, A321) and widebody aircraft (A330, A350), supplemented by the domestically-built Comac C919. This mix supports both short-haul regional services and long-haul international routes. Passengers can join the airline's Golden Panda frequent-flyer programme to earn and redeem miles across the network.