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Daily Mirror
18 hours ago
- Daily Mirror
World's largest airport terminal leaves pilot floored as he shares reality inside
Beijing Daxing International Airport opened in 2019 with the hope that it would one day become one of the world's busiest airports A commercial pilot was left stunned when he visited a massive £13.4bn airport terminal. Beijing Daxing International Airport opened its doors in 2019 to help alleviate the number of passengers using the city's primary airport. The huge 2,679-hectare (6,620-acre) airport features four runways for commercial flights as well as one for military aircraft. It has become known as "the starfish" due to its shape. Travel vlogger Stefan Drury shared his astonishment upon exploring what is recognised as the world's largest airport terminal. In his video, he remarked: "I've been here once before and the security is extreme to say the least. "There's security guards out in the taxi area, there's a security check to actually get into the airport, not to get into the secure section, but to actually access the airport. It's a highly protected and very secure environment, which is great for aviation." Despite the grandeur of the terminal, Stefan was struck by the sparse number of passengers inside. Designed to handle between 120 to 200 million travellers annually, it aims to surpass Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta, Georgia, as the busiest airport globally. Stefan commented on the quietness of the shopping area after entering, saying: "Some of them [the shops] don't seem very open and it also doesn't seem very busy. "I don't know if that's just the day that I'm here, or not as many people are still using this airport, whether people are still using Beijing's other airport, Beijing Capital." He found the lack of crowds surprising: "This is actually a bit bizarre now to be honest, that there are so few people actually here. I know this is an airport that is being developed for the future and not every airline is operating out of here at the moment and Beijing Capital is obviously a bigger airport and more popular airport and because of its location a lot more people use it, but still for an airport that's been open since 2019, it does seem to be very, very empty." Stefan was taken aback upon discovering a serene Chinese garden within the terminal, continuing: "This is a first, I don't think I've ever seen something like this inside the security controlled area of an international airport before. "What a very cool place just to come and chill out before a flight, get a little bit of peace and quiet and get out from the stuffy air-conditioning inside and come and hang with the fish. This is really nice, very peaceful, and there's not many people here either." In conclusion, Stefan was thoroughly impressed by the new Chinese airport: "I have to say I'm wildly impressed by the design of this airport. "We're traditionally used to having those rectangular boxes, which are divided up into multiple terminals, so it's nice to see a brand new airport like this one here in Beijing that is purpose built for the expansion that is expected to see down the line into the future."
The Star
08-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Pop Mart plane makes debut flight to celebrate China-Thailand anniversary
A themed aircraft celebrating the 50th anniversary of Sino-Thai diplomatic relations made its debut flight from Beijing Daxing International Airport to Bangkok on Friday. [Photo provided to China Daily] A themed aircraft celebrating the 50th anniversary of Sino-Thai diplomatic relations made its debut flight from Beijing Daxing International Airport to Bangkok on Friday, according to China Eastern Air Holding Co. The specially painted plane, jointly created by China Eastern Airlines and pop culture brand Pop Mart, is based on an Airbus A320 model and bears the registration number B32EP. The aircraft exterior is adorned with Pop Mart creation Dimoo, dressed in exquisite traditional Thai attire, along with a Chinese lotus and Thailand's symbolic elephant. The aircraft's design vividly celebrates the profound friendship between China and Thailand on the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties. The interior of the cabin is also decorated with Dimoo images and elements, offering passengers a unique experience in the air. The launch of the themed aircraft is among China Eastern's latest attempts to maximize its role as a bridge for communication and cultural connection between China and Thailand. - China Daily/ANN
The Star
09-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
Beijing airports see surging tax refunds for overseas travellers
The terminal building of the Beijing Daxing International Airport in Beijing. - Xinhua BEIJING: In the first five months of this year, the customs of two major airports in Beijing processed departure tax refund applications for overseas travellers totalling approximately 478 million yuan (about US$66.52 million), up 91.61 per cent year-on-year, setting a new record high for the same period in history, according to Beijing Customs. From January to May 2025, the customs of Beijing Capital International Airport and Beijing Daxing International Airport handled a total of 12,180 departure tax refund applications from overseas visitors, marking a year-on-year increase of 147.01 per cent. During the same period, the customs of Beijing Daxing International Airport processed departure tax refund applications for outbound travellers totalling over 72.37 million yuan, achieving nearly 200-per cent growth year-on-year. The 240-hour visa-free transit policy has significantly boosted the number of foreigners visiting China, the municipal customs said. As China continues to optimise its tax refund policy for overseas tourists, the potential for inbound tourism consumption is being fully realised. During the recent Dragon Boat Festival holiday, the number of tax refund applications processed at the two Beijing airports surged by 263.81 per cent year-on-year, while the total refund amount increased by 130.59 per cent compared to the same period last year, data from Beijing Customs shows. The customs of Beijing Capital International Airport now has multiple tax refund counters in departure areas, which has helped streamline processing amid rising demand. Meanwhile, Beijing Customs is working closely with tax authorities, tourism officials and Capital Airports Holdings Co Ltd, to publicise tax refund procedures via airport media, multimedia systems, and official new media platforms. - China Daily/ANN
The Star
25-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
Brunei to resume direct flight to Beijing
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Royal Brunei Airlines (RBA) will resume direct flight from the Brunei capital Bandar Seri Begawan to Beijing, China, from Monday (April 28), according to Muhammad Juanda Rashid, Brunei's minister of development and the chairman of the RBA. At a reception event held on Thursday, Chinese Ambassador to Brunei Xiao Jianguo said the move will infuse new energy into the friendship between the two countries, and provide stability and positive energy to the world economy under the current turbulence. Muhammad Juanda Rashid said the flight resumption marks not only the revival of a vital air link, but also a reaffirmation of the strong and enduring ties between Brunei and China. The route will be in service twice a week and will be operational through Beijing Daxing International Airport, said Sabirin Haji Abd Hamid, the airline's CEO. - Xinhua
Zawya
03-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
ExecuJet Haite Daxing facility receives CAAC Part 145 approval
The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has granted Part 145 maintenance approval to ExecuJet Haite's Beijing Daxing facility. The approval resulted from the cooperation of the CAAC Northern Region and CAAC Daxing offices and the efforts of all the staff at ExecuJet Haite who have been focused on and worked diligently towards this objective. This CAAC Part 145 approval covers line and base maintenance on Embraer, Dassault Falcon, Gulfstream and Bombardier aircraft types. ExecuJet Haite's MRO facility in nearby Tianjin is a Gulfstream Authorized Warranty Facility as well as Dassault and Embraer Approved Service Centres (ASC). In addition, the Tianjin facility is a Part 145 maintenance organization approved for all the above-mentioned aircraft types, and now the CAAC has granted similar approvals for ExecuJet Haite's new MRO facility at Beijing Daxing International Airport. With the large team of OEM factory trained engineers as well as the ground support equipment and tools, ExecuJet Haite is committed to delivering the same exceptional client service for which it is already renowned in Tianjin. Paul Desgrosseilliers, General Manager of ExecuJet Haite, says: 'Receiving the CAAC approval for our Daxing facility is a significant milestone for ExecuJet Haite, allowing us to expand our support and better meet the needs of operators throughout the entire region in a world-class maintenance facility located at Beijing Daxing International Airport.' ExecuJet Haite's new MRO facility at Daxing is 5,000m2 and includes a large-scale, air conditioned and heated hangar as well as ultra-modern office space and back shops. The hangar can accommodate eight mid-size to large business jets simultaneously. Beijing Daxing International Airport is the newest international gateway to China and the region. The airport's recent investment into business aviation includes an area of over 300,000m2 for business aviation including FBO, business aviation MRO and parking ramp and hangars, making it Asia Pacific's largest business aviation center. About ExecuJet Haite Aviation Services China Founded in December 2010, ExecuJet Haite Aviation Services China Co., Ltd., is a full-service sophisticated business jet facility located at Binhai International Airport in Tianjin, China and recently added a second location at Beijing Daxing International Airport. ExecuJet Haite is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Haite Group, a Sichuan based company for more than 30 years across a wide spectrum of aviation related businesses. ExecuJet Haite offers line and base maintenance support on multiple Gulfstream (AWF), Dassault Falcons (ASC), Embraer Executive Jets (ASC), and Bombardier models as well as line support for the Boeing business jet. The company offers operators a full suite of services, including aircraft-on-ground (AOG) support throughout Asia, airframe line and heavy-base inspections, structure and composite repair, avionics modifications and installations, full aircraft painting, interior repair, and component repair which includes a full battery shop. ExecuJet Haite Aviation Services operates as a franchise of ExecuJet MRO Services, combining local expertise with international standards in aviation maintenance and support. By aligning with ExecuJet MRO Services, known for its commitment to quality and reliability, ExecuJet Haite enhances its operational capabilities and ensures clients receive top-tier service backed by a globally recognized brand. This franchise arrangement not only fosters growth for both entities but also elevates the overall aviation service experience for customers. Further information: Media Contact: ExecuJet Haite Jack He
