Air France marks 50th anniversary of its Paris – Mumbai route
Air France recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of its Paris – Mumbai route. In the 1960s, the French flag carrier added Mumbai to its Far East network and launched flights from Mumbai on September 7, 1967.
September 8, 2017: Air France recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of its Paris – Mumbai route. In the 1960s, the French flag carrier added Mumbai to its Far East network and launched flights from Mumbai on September 7, 1967.
On this occasion of completing half century, Max Smits, general manager, Air France-KLM, Indian Sub-Continent, said, "We are very proud to celebrate 50 years of service between Mumbai and Paris. Air France has been present in Mumbai since 1967 and has been investing continuously with the aim to provide a great product and excellent connection opportunities to the Indian passengers from its hub at Paris, Charles de Gaulle. We take this opportunity to thank our loyal customers and partners in reaching this great milestone.”
The airline now operates a daily service between Paris - Charles de Gaulle and Mumbai by Boeing 777-200.
Photo Caption: Ground Staff and Air France Crew
