HOUSTON – Exciting news has landed at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) with the inaugural flight of ZIPAIR, connecting Houston to the dazzling lights of Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).
ZIPAIR has officially become Houston’s first international long-haul low-cost airline, operating four flights a week to the Land of the Rising Sun.
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To mark this momentous occasion, passengers enjoyed a lively atmosphere filled with live music, creating an energizing vibe in the terminal.
A traditional water cannon salute added to the excitement as the aircraft took off, providing a send-off for travelers heading to Japan.
This new service is expected to enhance tourism and business connections between the two regions, allowing Houston travelers to explore Tokyo’s culinary delights and bring back the best of Japanese cuisine.
Tuesday, at 5:00 PM in the City Hall Legacy Room, a proclamation ceremony took place. Houston Mayor John Whitmire presented a proclamation to ZIPAIR’s Chairman, Hiroo Iwakoshi, recognizing the significance of this new international route.
Jim Szczesniak, Houston Airports Director of Aviation, and Mr. Shinsuke Mochizuki, Deputy Consul General of Japan, were also present at the ceremony, highlighting the importance of this flight as a bridge between Houston, Texas, and Tokyo, Japan—two cities poised to grow closer.
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