TURKISH AIRLINES LAUNCHES ATLANTA

Turkish Airlines has inaugurated its daily flight to Atlanta.

 

Self Photos / Files - TK ATL

 

The flight is operated by a Boeing 777-300ER, which has a cargo capacity of approximately 20 tonnes.

 

“Turkish Airlines has become one of the world’s premier airlines, constantly adding to its network and making significant strategic investments that continually enhance its range and product offer,” said Ahmet Olmustur, chief marketing officer of Turkish Airlines [right in photo]. “This significant launch reinforces Turkish Airlines as a global leader in aviation with an internationally known brand helping passengers widen their world.”

 

Atlanta is the airline’s ninth US destination and 15th in the Americas.

 

“We are pleased to welcome Turkish Airlines as the newest carrier to Atlanta, solidifying Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport not only as the world’s busiest airport, but also the gateway to the world,” said Kasim Reed, mayor of Atlanta [left in photo].

 

Details of the new flight are as follows.

 

TK31

IST 14:05

19:05 ATL

TK32

ATL 22:45

16:40 IST [+1]