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    Asiana Airlines

    Connecting Asia and the world with premium service, modern fleet, and a commitment to seamless travel and logistics.

    Departures:25,000
    Asiana Airlines logo featuring a vibrant red triangle above a deep blue one with a bright yellow section at the top
    A sleek asiana airlines Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft sits on the tarmac with engines ready for flight highlighting its

    Company Overview

    Asiana Airlines is a leading full-service South Korean airline headquartered in Seoul, operating extensive international and domestic routes. Following its 2024 merger with Korean Air, Asiana continues to serve as a major player in passenger and cargo markets, emphasizing connectivity across Asia, North America, and Europe. The airline maintains strong global alliances and logistics partnerships, ensuring high-quality aviation solutions.

    Sources:Asiana Airlines Official Website

    Leadership & Employees

    Asiana Airlines employs approximately 9,200 people globally.

    Key Leadership:

    • CEO: Walter Cho
    • Woo Kee-hong

    Employee Statistics:

    • Total Employees: ~9,200 globally
    • Pilots: ~1,300
    • Flight Attendants: ~2,600

    Equipment & Technology

    Asiana Airlines utilizes a modern fleet of widebody and narrowbody aircraft optimized for long-haul international and regional routes, as well as dedicated cargo operations. The airline employs advanced avionics, integrated supply chain management systems, and real-time flight tracking to enhance operational efficiency and supply chain visibility. Its maintenance infrastructure incorporates digital MRO platforms, ensuring high aircraft reliability and safety. Asiana continues to innovate with initiatives such as eco-efficient aircraft, next-generation cabin experiences, and digital enhancements to both cargo and passenger services.

    Asiana Airlines aircraft fleet and equipment

    Fleet Composition:

    Total Aircraft: 71

    Aircraft TypeQuantity
    Airbus A350-9001
    Airbus A330-3001
    Boeing 777-200ER1
    Airbus A321-2001
    Airbus A321neo1
    Airbus A320-2001
    Boeing 747-400F1
    Boeing 767-300F1

    Average Fleet Age: 12.7 years

    Warehouses & Logistics Hubs

    Asiana Airlines delivers comprehensive air cargo and aviation logistics services, leveraging advanced cargo management platforms and extensive hub operations at Incheon. It specializes in spare parts logistics, offering integrated warehousing and quick turnaround repair logistics to aviation partners. The airline's ground support teams deploy industry-leading handling and security procedures at key cargo terminals. Strategic partnerships and digital logistics solutions further enhance real-time operational efficiency and make Asiana a preferred partner for integrated international supply chains.

    Key Hub Locations:

    LocationTypeFacilities
    Seoul Incheon (ICN)mainMain hub facilities
    Seoul Gimpo (GMP)mainMain hub facilities
    Busan Gimhae (PUS)secondarySecondary hub facilities
    Incheon Cargo TerminalcargoCargo hub facilities

    Certifications & Compliance:

    • • IOSA
    • • ISO 9001
    • • ISO 14001

    Global Locations & Network

    Asiana Airlines operates a robust global network spanning Asia, North America, and Europe, with strategic hubs that maximize both passenger and cargo route connectivity. The airline covers over 90 international and 14 domestic routes, maintaining a strong presence in major markets such as China, Japan, the United States, and Southeast Asia. Dedicated cargo routes further enhance its role in regional and global supply chains. Asiana has leveraged alliances and codeshare partnerships to provide access to hundreds of additional destinations worldwide. Its forward-looking network planning supports connectivity for both business and leisure travelers, as well as freight customers. Through continued fleet investment and digital network integration, Asiana strengthens its value as a bridge between global supply chains and key Asian markets.

    Asiana Airlines global network and routes map

    Partners & Alliances:

    Star Alliance

    alliance

    Lufthansa

    codeshare

    United Airlines

    codeshare

    ANA

    codeshare

    Turkish Airlines

    codeshare

    Air Canada

    codeshare

    Ethiopian Airlines

    codeshare

    Singapore Airlines

    codeshare

    Austrian Airlines

    codeshare

    Swiss

    codeshare

    Shenzhen Airlines

    codeshare

    Eva Air

    codeshare

    Carrier Partners & Alliances

    Asiana Airlines operates a robust global network spanning Asia, North America, and Europe, with strategic hubs that maximize both passenger and cargo route connectivity. The airline covers over 90 international and 14 domestic routes, maintaining a strong presence in major markets such as China, Japan, the United States, and Southeast Asia. Dedicated cargo routes further enhance its role in regional and global supply chains. Asiana has leveraged alliances and codeshare partnerships to provide access to hundreds of additional destinations worldwide. Its forward-looking network planning supports connectivity for both business and leisure travelers, as well as freight customers. Through continued fleet investment and digital network integration, Asiana strengthens its value as a bridge between global supply chains and key Asian markets.

    Strategic Partnerships:

    PartnerType
    Star Alliancealliance
    Lufthansacodeshare
    United Airlinescodeshare
    ANAcodeshare
    Turkish Airlinescodeshare
    Air Canadacodeshare
    Ethiopian Airlinescodeshare
    Singapore Airlinescodeshare
    Austrian Airlinescodeshare
    Swisscodeshare
    Shenzhen Airlinescodeshare
    Eva Aircodeshare

    Financial Metrics & Stability

    Asiana Airlines has maintained a stable revenue base amid industry transitions, leveraging the merger with Korean Air for scale and increased efficiency. While the airline has faced profitability challenges in the past, its integration strategy is aimed at strengthening financial resilience and market share. Asiana remains one of South Korea's largest aviation brands, known for service quality and operational scope.

    Key Financial Metrics:

    MetricValue
    Annual Revenue$5.3 billion
    Profit Margin4%
    Net Profit$210.0 million
    Financial Year2024

    Service Portfolio

    Asiana Airlines offers a comprehensive suite of passenger services, including multiple premium cabin options for global travelers. Advanced air cargo and express logistics solutions are provided through integrated digital platforms and seamless intermodal partnerships. The airline delivers MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul), spare parts logistics, and ground handling services to aviation partners. Key strengths include its responsive customer support, in-house technical expertise, and flexible aviation logistics tailored to clients' needs. These value-added services position Asiana as a trusted partner in the airline and logistics ecosystem.

    Our Services:

    First Class

    Passenger Service: First Class

    Business Suite

    Passenger Service: Business Suite

    Business Class

    Passenger Service: Business Class

    Economy Class

    Passenger Service: Economy Class

    General cargo

    Cargo Service: General cargo

    Express freight

    Cargo Service: Express freight

    Perishable and pharmaceutical transport

    Cargo Service: Perishable and pharmaceutical transport

    Oversized and hazardous goods logistics

    Cargo Service: Oversized and hazardous goods logistics

    Maintenance services

    Additional Service: Maintenance services

    Aircraft ground handling

    Additional Service: Aircraft ground handling

    Crew and technical training

    Additional Service: Crew and technical training