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THY Interested in Samara – Istanbul Service

After preliminary remote discussions, the representatives of the flag carrier of Turkey arrived in Samara on August 10, 2010 on a working visit. During the meeting, they have carried out negotiations with the management and relevant services of Kurumoch Airport, but also with the representatives of other businesses located at Samara, including a refueling company, an in-flight catering service provider, an air traffic and navigation services company, customs and immigration control points. 

The representatives of the national airline of Turkey have been introduced to the basic infrastructure facilities of Kurumoch, but also to the current security measures and ground handling and passenger services provided for national and foreign carriers here at Samara. 

According to Turkish Airlines, the carrier hopes to launch its new scheduled service between Samara and Istanbul in spring 2011. To begin with, the Airline will introduce three-times-a-week flights, whereas long term plans from Turkish Airlines include increased flight frequency between these two cities, from three to seven times weekly. 

This new service will allow passengers travelling transit through Istanbul to have a wide choice of regional and international connecting flights. The Airline's loyalty program will also allow passengers to earn miles by flying on Turkish Airlines and other Star Alliance member airlines. Among the Airline’s travel benefits based on the number of miles are free tickets, upgrades on Turkish Airlines flights, and additional baggage allowance. 

Airline Information:
THY - Turkish Airlines, Inc. is the national airline of Turkey founded in 1933. The Turkish government retains a 49% stake, while private owners hold the remaining 51% stake. The Airline’s main base is at Ataturk International Airport. Turkish Airlines is a member of the Star Alliance network and offers its passengers flights to more than 160 destinations across the globe. The Turkish Airlines fleet consists of 145 Airbus and Boeing aircraft (A319, A320, A321, A330-200, A330-300, A340-300, Boeing 737-400 and Boeing 737-800). In 2010, the Airline was selected by SkyTrax as providing the best economy class food services in the world and as the Best Airline in Southern Europe.

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