Connecting Japan and the world with pride and precision.
Founded
1951
Headquarters
Tokyo, Japan
Alliance
oneworld
Japan Airlines (JAL) is Japan's flag carrier and one of the largest airlines in Asia, operating an extensive network of domestic and international routes spanning Asia, the Americas, Europe, Oceania, and Africa. Founded in 1951, it has grown into a globally recognized carrier known for its high standards of service, punctuality, and safety.
JAL filed for bankruptcy protection in January 2010 in one of Japan's largest corporate restructurings, emerging from bankruptcy in March 2011 under new management and a leaner business model. The airline was re-listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in September 2012, marking a successful turnaround.
As a member of the oneworld alliance, JAL offers passengers access to a broad global network through partner airlines. The airline's premium cabin products and hospitality rooted in Japanese omotenashi culture have earned it numerous international awards.
Hubs & network
Japan Airlines operates primarily through Tokyo Narita International Airport and Tokyo Haneda Airport, with additional hub operations at Osaka Itami Airport.
Fleet
JAL operates a mixed fleet including Boeing 777, Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Boeing 767, Airbus A350, and Embraer E190 aircraft.
Notable facts
- ›JAL filed for bankruptcy in January 2010, at the time one of Japan's largest-ever corporate failures.
- ›The airline was successfully relisted on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in September 2012 after restructuring.
- ›JAL was the launch customer for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, receiving the first delivery in 2013.
- ›JAL's frequent flyer program is called JAL Mileage Bank (JMB).
- ›The airline's crane logo is iconic in Japanese aviation and symbolizes good fortune in Japanese culture.
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