China started preparations for the establishment of the association last August, which was initiated by nine units including Air China, China Eastern, China Southern, Hainan Airlines and Shanghai Airlines. The association has a total of 39 members.

Experts said China is now entering into a new stage of aviation development thanks to the economic growth. The establishment of the association will make communications between customers and enterprises much easier.

(Xinhua News Agency September 27, 2005)