| THAI
Offers Special Packages to Boost Tourism in Thailand
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited has recently introduced special airfares to boost tourism in Thailand in support of the government’s policy. Mr. Tasnai Sudasna, THAI’s Executive Vice President, Commercial, said that these special fares have been introduced for the benefit of both passengers and Thailand, as they promote extensive travel within the country. Details of the promotional programs are as follows: 1. Around Thailand Fares for Thai nationals and residents of Thailand who wish to purchase economy-class air ticket from now until 31 December 2002. (These fares are not applicable to tickets already purchased.) The ticket must include confirmed travel of between four to six destinations. The fares are calculated in relation to the distance traveled as follows:
These prices represent approximately
15 per cent discount* from the normal fare. 2. THAI Special Domestic Cross Country Fares for Thai nationals and residents of Thailand travelling cross country to the North, South, and Northeast, who are able to purchase economy-class air ticket with 20 per cent discount from now until 31 December 2002*. However, this promotion is valid for a complete same-day journey from origin to final destination. For instance, this promotion offers a
ticket from Chiang Mai (North) down to Phuket (South) within the same
day at 3,840 Baht*. Normally, passengers have to purchase air
tickets on the routes Chiang Mai – Bangkok at 2,170 Baht* and Bangkok
– Phuket at 2,625 Baht*, totaling 4,795 Baht*. The
promotion offers a saving of 955 Baht*. 3. Mid-Week Fares are applicable to Thai
nationals and residents of Thailand travelling to domestic destinations
on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays only. Economy-class air
ticket may be purchased at a 10 per cent discount*, from now until
31 December 2002 (not applicable to tickets already purchased). 4. Night Fares offer 10 per cent discount
for Thai nationals and residents of Thailand on economy-class air tickets
(excluding airport tax and insurance surcharge). The Night Fares are available from now
until 31 December 2002 on the following routes: Under these four promotional programs, a 50 per cent discount from adult fare is given to children aged between 2-11 years old, while a 10 per cent discount from adult fare is given to infants less than 2 years old not requiring seats on board. These promotional tickets are valid for 3 months. For more details regarding these promotions, please contact THAI’s Reservation Office at Tel: 02-628-2000 or THAI’s Royal Orchid Holidays at Tel: 02-628-2456-7 |
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Opens Town Office in Chengdu, People's Republic of China
26 January 2002, Mr. Virabongsa Ramangkura, Chairman, Thai Airways International Public Company Limited, together with representatives from travel agents, guests and members of the press traveled on board THAI's official inaugural flight to Chengdu, the People's Republic of China. Mr. Virabongsa Ramangkura also chaired an official opening of THAI's office in Chengdu. Present as honoured guests were H.E. Mr. Don Pramudwinai, the Thai Ambassador to the People's Republic of China and the Governor of Sichuan Province. Mr. Virabongsa Ramangkura, THAI's Chairman,
said, "THAI has launched its first flight to Chengdu on 2 January
2002, and we are very pleased that many tourists, both Thai and international,
have shown immense interest in travel to Chengdu. Chengdu is THAI's
newest destination, and we believe that it will further strengthening
the Asian segment of THAI's global network. In addition, it aims to
expand travel and tourism Chengdu, being the capital of Sichuan Province in the People's Republic of China has become increasingly popular among overseas visitors as it is a gateway to Tibet and houses a range of interesting sites and attractions, as well as the home of the Giant Pandas and other endangered animals species. THAI's office is located in the lobby
of Sichuan Hotel, which is situated in the heart of the city centre
of Chengdu. Conveniently located, the office is near Dufu's Thatched
Cottage and Temple of Marquis Wu and 18 kilometres to Shuang Liu International
Airport and a short distance from Chendgu central railway station. The
address is as Thai Airways International Public Limited
Company, Chengdu Office THAI has operated on the route Bangkok-Chengdu v.v., on TG618 and TG619, utilizing Airbus 300-600 aircraft, capable of accommodating 247 passengers: with 46 business class and 201 economy class seats. THAI is operating 3 weekly flights to Chengdu every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. On this occasion, an Opening Ceremony
of the Thai Food Festival was held at the Crown Plaza Chengdu between
26 January - 6 February. The Thai Food Festival is organized and hosted
by THAI and the Crown Plaza Chengdu. |
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| THAI
Announces Board Meeting Results
24 January 2002, Thai Airways International Public Company Limited held a Board of Directors’ Meeting, chaired by THAI’s Chairman Mr. Virabongsa Ramangkura, with the following results: 1. Selection of THAI’s President The Board of Directors has acknowledged
the appointment of a President Selection 1. Mr. Srisook Chandrangsu
- Chairman Thai Airways International Public Company Limited Applications for the position of president of Thai Airways International will be accepted from 25 January – 8 February 2002. The names of candidates who pass the initial selection process will be announced on 13 February 2002, and these candidates will be interviewed between 15 – 20 February 2002. After that period, the President Selection Committee will present results of their findings for selection of THAI’s next President. THAI’s Board also agreed to appoint
a subcommittee to review the benefit package for the airline’s
President, subcommittee members being as follows: 2. Appointment of Committee on Improving Inflight Facilities The Board has agreed to appoint a committee seeking to improve the quality of the airline’s inflight seats, inflight entertainment system, and products facilitating passenger inflight comfort and convenience. Members of the committee are as follows: 1. Mr. Virabongsa Ramangkura - Chairman 3. Investment Budget & Management
Committee on Investment Budget, at the New Bangkok International Airport
(Suvarnabhumi) In addition, the Board also approved
the appointment of a management committee 1. Executive Vice President, THAI’s Board agreed to the appointment
of a representative from the Office of the National Counter Corruption
Commission (NCCC) to observe the implementation In addition, the Board approved for the
company to seek a consultant, architect, 4. Appointment of Board Representative
to Aid in Consideration of Appropriate THAI’s Board appointed Mr. Vichit
Suraphongchai and Mr. Borwornsak Uwanno as 5. Interim Measures Concerning Air Tickets The Board agreed to interim measures
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Wins Advertising Award in Japan
The advertising campaign of Thai Airways International Public Company Limited’s Osaka Office has recently been declared the winner of the “Kodansha Advertising Award 2001”. THAI has been the recipient of this prestigious award for two consecutive years. Mr. Tasnai Sudasna, THAI’s Executive Vice President, said that, “This advertising campaign aims to promote THAI’s flight operations and passengers’ convenience on the route between Osaka to Bangkok, with a visual presentation focusing on THAI’s midnight flight that says TG is waiting for you at the airport at midnight. The ad was launched in the Kansai One Week, one of the most popular magazines among Japanese teenage readers”. Kodansha Advertising Award was launched in 1979, and the recipients of the award are selected based on appraisals and votes submitted by readers of the magazine. This year, over 60,000 readers participated in voting for the advert of their choice. THAI was awarded the Kodansha Advertising Award silver prize last year. |
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| THAI
Introduces Special Eurng Luang Tour Packages
Valid from now until 31 March 2002, Thai Airways International Public Company Limited has introduced special Eurng Luang Tour Packages on the routes between Bangkok-Hong Kong, Bangkok-Singapore, and Bangkok-Bali. Mr. Tasnai Sudasna, THAI's Executive Vice President, Commercial, said this special Eurng Luang promotion has been introduced on the following routes: 1. Bangkok - Hong Kong v.v. 2. Bangkok - Singapore v.v. 3. Bangkok - Bali v.v. For more information and reservations
please contact tel. 0-2628-2456-7 and 0-2288-7152-3 or THAI Offices
and travel agents nationwide. |
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Installs Flight Deck Door Security on 16 Boeings
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited announced an installation of Flight Deck Door Security to improve inflight safety for pilot and cabin crew on aircraft between Bangkok and the US. Sqn. Ldr. Udomchai Nandamanop, THAI’s Executive Vice President, said “ although the revised cockpit safety and security regulations set by Federal Aviation Adminstration (FAA) are applied only to US airlines following the September attacks to prevent unauthorized entry into the cockpit, THAI recognizes the urgency to ensure maximum safety and security on board for both passengers and crew traveling with THAI to avoid any unexpected occurrences.” THAI plans to install a dead-bolt metal and bullet proof flight deck door on all of its 16 Boeing 747-400 aircraft, which is expected to complete by April 2003. The door will be supplied by Boeing Airplane Services (BAS). THAI will also install the same security system on other aircraft in its fleet. The Air Traffic Control (ATC) Transponders
have also been upgraded to enable the pilot to alert the air traffic
control on ground of any emergency situation on board aircraft. |
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Ministry of Transport and Communications Organizes National Aviation Day 2002 11 January 2002, Mr. Srisook Chandrangsu, Permanent Secretary of Transport and Communications, presided over the Opening Ceremony of National Aviation Day 2002 and introduction of the project concerning the historic flight of “Kruang Bin Nang Sao Siam” or the “Miss Siam” historical aircraft. The National Aviation Day project was organized by the Transport and Communications and ministerial functions, in the Hangar of Wing 602, Royal Thai Air Force, Don Muang. National Aviation Day 2002 was organized
in honor of His Majesty King Mongkut, Rama VI, revered as the founder
of aviation in Thailand, and also to promote advancements made in Thai
aviation to members of the Thai public and youths. During the event,
the historic flight project concerning “Kruang Bin Nong Sao Siam”
or the “Miss Siam” historical aircraft was officially introduced,
the aircraft being Thailand’s first civil aviation aircraft which
belongs to the Foundation for the Preservation and Development of Thai
Aviation, under Royal Patronage. The project was also initiated to commemorate
the accomplishments of Mr. Luen Pongsophon, the Thai pilot who flew
in the historic aircraft across Thailand to China in the year 1932,
an effort which established friendly relations with China in Shantou
70 years ago. This year’s event for The Ministry of Transport and Communications invited representatives from the government and private sectors to join in the event and exhibition, those being from over 30 functions such as the Royal Thai Air Force, the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, the Department of Aviation, the Civil Aviation Institute, Thai Airways International Public Company Limited, the Airports Authority of Thailand, and AERO-THAI Limited, to display over 30 types of exhibits concerning military and commercial aviation. An air show was also conducted with Royal Thai Air Force F-16 and alpha jet aircraft, including a display if aircraft from past to present eras and flight of a computerized aircraft. |
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THAI Arranges Special Flights During Haj Pilgrimage Thai Airways International Public Limited plans to arrange 12 special flights to transport Thai Muslims to Makkah in Saudi Arabia to participate in the Haj, a Muslim pilgrimage ritual. Mr. Kobchai Srivilas, THAI’s Acting President, said that THAI has arranged 12 special flights, with 10 flights departing from Hat Yai and 2 flights departing from Phuket on the routes Hat Yai-Jiddah v.v., and Phuket-Jiddah v.v. utilizing Airbus A300-600 aircraft, aimed to serve Thai Muslims who wish to participate in the Haj in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Hat Yai – Jiddah v.v. The specially arranged flights are expected
to serve approximately 3,084 Thai Muslim passengers travelling to participate
in the Haj. In order to facilitate passenger comfort and convenience,
THAI will prepare several special ground and inflight services. For
example, THAI’s ground service staff will assist passengers at
the final destination. Special ‘HALAL’ meals, medical kit,
and inflight guidance information will be available |
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