Me too Carol. I could see my trip to New Zealand and Australia being cheaper, if I can get a cheap flight to Asia, then a cheap flight with Virgin Blue, or Jetstar from Hong Kong to Australia.

I agree - I can’t see that happening myself.

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Hong Kong, October 20, 2006 – Oasis Hong Kong Airlines, Hong Kong’s only low fare, long-haul airline, today celebrated another milestone when the Civil Aviation Department awarded the airline its Air Operator’s Certificate after it successfully completed its proving flight on October 16. The airline is set to make its inaugural flight to London Gatwick on October 25, offering four flights per week initially.

This significant news comes on top of Oasis Hong Kong Airlines’ sale of over 18,000 tickets since it started accepting reservations in early September. In addition, the airline will offer all business and economy class tickets between Hong Kong and London at their lowest fare levels of HK$1,000 in economy class and HK$6,600 in business class one-way between October 25 and November 30 to celebrate its inaugural month.

Stephen Miller, Chief Executive Officer of Oasis Hong Kong Airlines, said: “We take great pride in announcing that we now have the Air Operator’s Certificate, having fulfilled all the requirements by the authorities. Passengers who may have been holding off booking their flights now have no reason at all to delay making their reservations.

With overwhelming ticket sales achieved for our inaugural month promotion, we are excited about our mission of offering accessible and affordable long-haul travel for thousands of Hong Kong people with two state-of-the-art Boeing 747-400s.

“With the expected arrival of our second aircraft next month, we will increase to a daily flight starting from November 25. After London, we aim to fly to Oakland (San Francisco area) in California in the first quarter of 2007 and later to other European and North American cities including Cologne/Bonn, Milan, Berlin and Chicago, providing business and leisure travellers with highly competitive fares to a wider range of desirable long-haul destinations.”

Despite the airline’s strong record of 1,100 ticket sales sold daily, currently the incredible HK$1,000 and HK$6,600 “hot deal” tickets are still available for Christmas and Chinese New Year.

Quick booking is advised as around 80% of the tickets in this lowest price bracket have already been sold. Oasis Hong Kong Airlines’ price promise ensures 10% of economy class seats on every flight at the HK$1,000 amazing rate for at least one year after its launch. Customers can make their bookings through travel agents, online at oasishongkong.com or through the customer service call centre (3628 0628).

Email received:

Just wanted to say I recently flew to Hong Kong with OASIS and everything was wonderful. The single fare of £75 became £68 with the exchange rate charge
And the flight was clean and fast with good food and drink I am going again on November 15th.

The price makes it very much easier to visit family And tell your readers to stop moaning. Take the offer before the government stops this wonderful idea
With huge extra taxes.

Peter Banks London & Hong Kong.

Hong Kong, November 2, 2006 － To continue to ensure smooth flight operations, Oasis Hong Kong Airlines today announced an adjustment to flight schedules between Hong Kong and London Gatwick starting from Thursday, November 2.

O8 701 on Saturdays

Scheduled departure time from London 13:00 hours (previous schedule: 16:00 hours UK time)

Estimated arrival time at Hong Kong 09:30 hours on Sundays (previous schedule: 11:20 hours Hong Kong time on Sundays)

08 706 on Sundays

Scheduled departure time from Hong Kong 11:30 hours (previous schedule: 13:20 hours Hong Kong time)

Estimated arrival time at London Gatwick 17:50 hours (previous schedule: 18:10 hours UK time)

With the expected arrival of its second aircraft in mid November, Oasis will offer daily flights from November 25 onwards, at the incredible value prices of HK$1,000 one way for economy class and affordable luxury in business class at HK$6,600 (excluding tax and fuel surcharge). Aiming to provide more choices to long-haul travellers, the airline plans to expand its fleet to 25 in five years.

For further information and to make bookings online, please go to http://www.oasishongkong.com

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Hong Kong, December 5, 2006 – Oasis Hong Kong Airlines today celebrated another milestone as its second Boeing 747-400 entered into service on November 24 and the Federal Air Navigation Authority in Russia granted the airline permission to fly over Russian airspace. The airline is also set to launch a number of exciting new flight routes next year.

Oasis was granted permission by the Federal Air Navigation Authority in Russia on November 28 to fly over Russian airspace. This route will significantly shorten the flying time on the Hong Kong-London route. Oasis flights will now take 12 hours 20 minutes to travel from Hong Kong to London and 10 hours 50 minutes vice versa depending upon prevailing weather conditions..

Stephen Miller, Chief Executive Officer of Oasis said, “We are delighted we now have permission to fly over Russia. With a more direct flight path, we significantly shorten the flying time for our passengers and are committed to continuing our offering of accessible and affordable long haul travel for Hong Kong people and the many more visitors coming here.”

“The arrival of our second Boeing 747 increases the operational robustness of our schedule. After London, we will fly to Oakland (San Francisco area) in California in the first half of 2007 and later to other European and North American cities including Cologne/Bonn, Milan, Berlin and Chicago, providing smart business and leisure travellers with highly competitive fares to a wider range of desirable long haul destinations. “

The two Boeing 747-400s that Oasis owns were previously owned and maintained by Singapore Airlines. The company is actively seeking to acquire up to five aircraft a year and expand its fleet to 25 aircraft by 2010. Engineering and maintenance is carried out by HAECO, the leading aviation maintenance provider in Asia.

Mr. Miller said, “At the moment the average cargo load factor for Oasis is 20% higher than we expected. With the second aircraft in operation and more aircraft acquisitions in the pipeline, a very positive outlook is projected for the airline’s cargo business. “

Flights of the airline have been operating at a 73% average passenger load factor in November, exceeding the company’s expectations. Since Oasis launched its inaugural celebration offer, nearly 40,000 customers have already booked flights with the airline. Oasis offers the smart business and leisure travelers affordable luxury with its low fare businessOasis pricing. Customers can make bookings through travel agents, online at oasishongkong.com or through the customer service call centre (3628 0628).

Hong Kong, December 19, 2006 – Oasis Hong Kong Airlines, Hong Kong’s only low fare, long-haul airline, today announced that it will launch a reward programme for all business and economy class passengers who have taken Oasis flights before November 30, 2006. The reward programme will entitle passengers a HK$600 discount on their next business class ticket booked before January 31, 2007.

Aiming to make direct non-stop long-haul business class travel more accessible, the airline’s exciting offer will be available for the travel period between December 15 and June 30, 2007. Bookings can be made through the Oasis customer service call centre (3628 0628).

Stephen Miller, Chief Executive Officer of Oasis Hong Kong Airlines, said, “We are delighted that Oasis has made the travel dreams of 18,000 customers come true since our first commercial flight took off on October 26. Our reward programme offering a discount of 10% on one-way business class fares is a gesture to thank our loyal customers who can now enjoy even more affordable luxury for both business and leisure purposes until next June.”

“Following our second aircraft’s entry into service on November 24, we are pleased to announce that Oasis flights have achieved an average on time record of 78%. In November, our flights were operating at a 73% average passenger load factor. With more aircraft acquisitions and flights to additional desirable destinations in the planning, we are confident that our airline business will maintain robust growth in both passenger and cargo service in the coming years,” Mr Miller said

In addition to paying fantastically low business class fares at just HK$6,000 from now until January 31, 2007 for daily non-stop flights between Hong Kong and London, businessOasis passengers will enjoy premium comfort and service.

This includes complimentary online advance seat assignment, a dedicated businessOasis check-in area, access to the CNAC Lounge, sleeper seats with 60 inch seat pitch and two deluxe meals with the choice of an Asian or Western menu. Alcohol, tea, coffee and soft drinks are all complimentary in businessOasis, coupled with personal seat-back TVs with a choice of up to 28 video/audio channels.

Hong Kong, January 25, 2007 － Oasis Hong Kong Airlines, Hong Kong’s only low fare, long-haul airline, today announced that it is launching a new promotion for customers aged over 55 to fly to London at the striking price of half fare only. Customers aged over 55 can enjoy affordable luxury to London Gatwick in business class and economy class at HK$3,300 and HK$650 one-way respectively for bookings made by February 1. In addition, one companion (no age restrictions) can share the joy of travelling and fly at the same fare.

Oasis has made long-haul travel more accessible for Hong Kong people since its commencement of service on October 26 last year and has launched a variety of exciting promotions. This latest super-value offer is available for the travel period between January 25 – February 28 and April 15 - May 31, 2007. Bookings of air-tickets can be made through the Oasis customer service hotline (+852 3628 0628), the Oasis website oasishongkong.com or travel agents.

Stephen Miller, Chief Executive Officer of Oasis Hong Kong Airlines, said, “We are delighted to fulfill our promise and contribute to society by making long-haul non-stop travel an affordable luxury for customers for both business and leisure purposes. People in the over-55 age group enjoy an active lifestyle. This promotion gives them a chance to visit famous UK attractions, and to see family and friends for some quality time during Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day at a very affordable price. We aim to enable people of all ages to travel and to help bring families and friends closer together.”

Since its launch in September 2006, Oasis Hong Kong Airlines has been warmly welcomed by both passengers and travel agents, with more than 45,000 bookings received to date. In early January, the airline celebrated the take-off of its 100th flight to London carrying its 25,000th passenger.

Oasis Hong Kong Airlines Grows Fleet to Five Aircraft Strong momentum underway to open up more destinations with popular Vancouver being next

Hong Kong, March 06, 2007 - Oasis Hong Kong Airlines has today finalised an agreement with ANA (All Nippon Airways Co., Ltd.) to purchase three additional Boeing 747-400s, as part of its planned fleet expansion in preparation for the launch of the airline’s new Vancouver route in the second half of 2007. This will bring the Oasis fleet to five aircraft.

Steve Miller, Chief Executive Officer of Oasis Hong Kong Airlines, said, “The purchase of three Boeing 747-400s marked another significant milestone in our history, getting closer to our goal of acquiring up to five aircraft a year and eventually expanding our fleet to 25 aircraft by 2010. ANA is an airline known for its excellence, efficiency, reliability and dedication to safety, the very qualities that are at the core of Oasis. These aircraft have been maintained in top quality condition. We look forward to the addition of these aircraft which will allow us to bring our passengers to many exciting destinations around the world in future. The expanded fleet will also greatly enhance our cargo capacity and therefore our airfreight income. Our momentum is strong and we’re on track to achieving our business goals.”

Peter Shannon, Director of Engineering of Oasis Hong Kong Airlines, added, “The three aircraft are amongst the youngest Boeing 747-400s in the world. They were all previously owned and maintained by ANA and are in perfect condition. Deliveries are scheduled to begin from April 2007 and run through to the first quarter of 2008. I am sure passengers will enjoy their flights on these reliable and comfortable aircraft.”

Oasis is also pleased to announce commencement of scheduled air services to Vancouver, subject to government approval on 28 June 2007. Vancouver is a popular destination to Hong Kong people, enjoying high demand year round due to a high population of Hong Kong immigrants. And to prepare for the launch of Oasis’ second destination, the airline is also hiring 200 more cockpit and cabin crew members, soon bringing its crew size to over 400.

Ken Chad, Commercial Director of Oasis Hong Kong Airlines, commented, “ We are delighted to have the opportunity to fly to Vancouver. This is a very strong point to point market, one of the strongest out of Hong kong. It’s a market where there is substantially less reliance on feeder traffic. Consequently, it is currently our preferred next destination.”
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Oasis Hong Kong Airlines Takes Off With Terminal 2 to Mark Another First
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Oasis relocates headquarters at Citygate in Tung Chung to accommodate growth

Hong Kong, March 1, 2007 – Come fly Oasis Hong Kong Airlines (“Oasis”) and be the first to experience the convenience at the new Terminal 2 (T2) at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) ! Oasis, Hong Kong’s first low fare, long-haul airline, celebrated the official inauguration of T2 on February 28, 2007 to mark the first day of T2’s operation.

Terminal 2 boasts an extensive range of exciting new facilities and services for passengers. With over 130 retail and catering outlets and four entertainment zones , T2 is connected to Terminal 1 (T1) with automated people mover, running at 2-minute intervals, which carries passengers to lounges and all boarding gates in T1.

At the inauguration ceremony of T2, Mr. Stephen Miller, Chief Executive Officer of Oasis Hong Kong Airlines, said, “Through greater convenience and efficiency, Oasis has been a pioneer in the Hong Kong aviation industry, offering passengers exciting and uncompromised travelling experience. The same principle applies to all levels of our operations to bring benefits to passengers through greater convenience and effciency. It is with this belief that we exclusively at this time provide our passengers the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of the brand new facilities at T2.”

Airport Management Director of Hong Kong Airport Authority Mr. Howard Eng said, “We are delighted to welcome Oasis Hong Kong Airlines as the first carrier operating at T2. T2, designed to be a multi-modal hub where rail, road, air and sea transport converge seamlessly, is a core part of our expansion programme that meets the needs of our growing passengers and business partners. We will give our best to support and facilitate carriers operating at T2 and provide passengers with a unique and memorable airport experience.”

In addition to the move to T2, Oasis has relocated and established its permanent Hong Kong headquarters at Citygate, Tung Chung in late February 2007 to support its rapid business growth and be closer to its airport operation. The new office offers comprehensive training facilities for cabin crew and is designed to accommodate the increasing number of staff for business expansion later this year when the new routes come into operation. With a stylish designe featuring the vibrant Oasis corporate colours of red and orange, the office offers business associates and staff of Oasis a comfortable environment.