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Vol. 5 Num 1124 Sun. July 29, 2007  
   
Business


Qatar Airways launches flight from Doha to Washington
Qatar Airways has recently launched its first flight to Washington DC from Doha as the airline unveiled its expansion plans across the USA, says a press release.

Earlier on June 26, the carrier began scheduled services from Doha to New York via Geneva, the airline's newest European destination.

The airline, currently in its 10th year of operations, flies to 78 destinations across Europe, Middle East, Africa, Indian subcontinent, Far East and America with a fleet of 58 all-Airbus aircraft.

Addressing a press conference in Washington DC, Akbar Al Baker, chief executive officer of Qatar Airways, said the airline plans to continue its growth strategy by pressing for additional rights to fly to the US. Michael G Whitaker, senior vice president alliances, International and Regulatory Affairs for United Airlines, was also present at the press meet.

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Akbar Al Baker (L), chief executive officer of Qatar Airways, speaks at a press conference organised in the US capital to mark the launch of the airline's Doha-Washington DC flight recently. Michael G Whitaker, senior vice president alliances, International and Regulatory Affairs for United Airlines, is also seen. PHOTO: Qatar Airways