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East Horizon Airlines targets October launch


 

New Afghan carrier East Horizon Airlines is targeting an October launch.

The 100% Afghan-owned operation aims to connect all major transit points throughout Afghanistan.

Captain Jahed Azimi, Deputy Minister of the country's Ministry of Transport & Civil Aviation, has been appointed CEO. He was formerly President of Ariana Afghan Airlines and domestic carrier Kam Air.

He said East Horizon Airlines, which was founded three years ago, is now ready to play its part in Afghanistan’s ambitious reconstruction program and will be linking the remotest corners of Afghanistan. "Through our hub in Kabul, we can then connect these destinations with regional and international airlines," he said.

The new airline is already staffed by a team of internationally-trained pilots and ground crew comprising Afghan nationals and a team of international specialists.

It is the first Afghan-owned airline to be certified under the new Afghan Civil Aviation Regulation, which was developed in 2010 by the Ministry of Transportation and Civil Aviation, in conjunction with the International Civil Aviation Organization and the Federal Aviation Administration.

East Horizon is currently awaiting the imminent arrival of three new aircraft (B737, Fairchild F27 and HS748) and aim to start operations by October, with a view to expanding in 2012.

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East Horizon Airlines targets October launch
East Horizon Airlines targets October launch

New Afghan carrier East Horizon Airlines is targeting an October launch. (14/09/2011)
Celebrating Art In  Afghanistan
Celebrating Art In Afghanistan

Afghanistan's first contemporary art prize competition attracted many enteries. (22/05/2008)
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Hidden Jewel Of Afghan Culture

Dan Cruickshan visits the magnificent minaret of Jam. (07/05/2008)
Ancient Heritage of Herat Disappearing Bit By Bit
Ancient Heritage of Herat Disappearing Bit By Bit

In ancient Herat the fight is on to restore historical monuments. (25/10/2007)
The Roar Of Rumi – 800 Years On
The Roar Of Rumi – 800 Years On

The most popular poet in America is a 13th-century mystical Muslim scholar. (11/10/2007)
Tourist Trail In The Afghan Wilds
Tourist Trail In The Afghan Wilds

A lilting voice singing of summer and of meadows was all but drowned out by the crack of whips, the tearing at bridles and the cheering of the crowd as the horsemen battled over the carcass of a headl (21/09/2007)
In The Shadow Of The Silk Route
In The Shadow Of The Silk Route

The truth about the mythical Silk Road trading route is difficult to pin down. (22/09/2006)
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Bradt travel publishers are updating their unique and insightful guides. (15/09/2006)
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Best of Malacca: City where old is gold

By Tan Bee Hong One gets the best of both worlds in old Malacca. This oldest city in the peninsular is over 600 years old, started from an tiny fishing village that grew into a important port that co (31/07/2006)
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The UNWTO and Korea are teamign up to sponsor a series of tourism projects. (03/07/2006)
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Pakistan-China Land Route Re-Opened
Pakistan-China Land Route Re-Opened

A regular bus service will connect Pakistan's Northern areas with China's Western region. (03/07/2006)
Cambodia
Cambodia

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International Tourism Up By 5.5%

In 2005 international tourism sustained the sharp upturn that began in 2004. (02/02/2006)
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Muslim Countries Feature Unique Attractions At Adventure Show

Muslim countries introduced unique activities and attractions at the Adventure Travel & Sports Show. (19/01/2006)
Five-Star Hotel Opens in Kabul
Five-Star Hotel Opens in Kabul

The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) announced the opening of the Kabul Serena Hotel. (15/12/2005)
Tourism Institute Created In Afghanistan
Tourism Institute Created In Afghanistan

The foundation stone of the Institute for Tourism Education was laid in Kabul. (27/10/2005)
National Geographic Sends Photographed Afghan Girl On Pilgrimage
National Geographic Sends Photographed Afghan Girl On Pilgrimage

National Geographic has sent an Afghan girl pictured on its cover to Mecca. (13/10/2005)
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Afghanistan: Open For Tourism As Security Improves

Though Afghanistan's south remains dangerous the north and west welcome visitors. (06/10/2005)
Laser Art Show Seeks To Bring Back Buddhas
Laser Art Show Seeks To Bring Back Buddhas

An elaborate laser show plans to "recreate" Afghanistan's famous Bamiyan Buddhas, the towering, 1,600-year-old statues destroyed by the Taliban amid international outrage in 2001. (23/09/2005)
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Iran, Afghanistan To Develop Joint Tourism

The decision to hold a joint Iran-Afghanistan tourism exhibition in Mashhad, is a turning point in trade exchange between the two countries, (15/09/2005)
Greater Freedom For Chinese Tourists
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Group Chinese tourists will be allowed to visit six more nations from September 15. (25/08/2005)
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The Afghan and Iranian presidents have opened a major road linking their two countries as part of reconstruction efforts aimed at boosting trade and tourism. (17/03/2005)
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President Hamid Karzai inaugurated Afghanistan's rebuilt national museum by cutting a pink ribbon to mark the completion of the refit of the two-story museum, whose building was destroyed in civil wa (07/10/2004)
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Afghanistan's national airline is about to begin regular flights from Kabul to Paris, and also plans to add New York and London to its expanding route map, one of its directors said on May 29th. (06/06/2004)
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The Olympic team from Afghanistan will spend two months on the Greek resort island of Lesbos to prepare for their return to the games this year after an eight-year absence. (03/02/2004)
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