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Cheap Flights on Thai Airways
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WELCOME ABOARD THAI AIRWAYS Thai Airways is the national flag carrier and largest airline of Thailand. Formed in 1988, the airline's headquarters are located in Chatuchak District, Bangkok, and operates out of Suvarnabhumi Airport. Thai is a founding member of the Star Alliance. Thai is a major shareholder which hold 39% shares of Nok Air —a low-cost Bangkok-based carrier. In August 2010, Thai announced it is to own 51% of a low-cost airline joint venture based in Thailand, with Tiger Airways owning the remaining 49% of the airline. From its hub at Suvarnabhumi Airport, Thai flies to 71 destinations in 34 countries, using a fleet of 98 aircraft. The airline operates one of the longest non-stop commercial flights, including the 18 hours non-stop flight from Bangkok to Los Angeles. Thai Airways International is the first Asia/Pacific airline to serve London Heathrow Airport. Skytrax awarded Thai Airways International Worlds Best Cabin Staff and The Best Airline in the World in 2006, while placing second in the Airline of the Year category in 2007. Thai's first class lounge at Suvarnabhumi Airport was awarded World's Best First Class Lounge by Skytrax in 2009. Thai Airways International has received an award for the excellence of its inflight hygiene measures by the World Health Organization. Thai Airways International is currently an official sponsor of Football Association of Thailand.
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