Japan Airlines
JAL emerged from bankruptcy in 2010 leaner, meaner, and better than ever. The crane logo is one of aviation's most beautiful, and their service is impeccable. They were Oneworld's founding Asian member and their Sky Suite business class is fantastic.
After JAL's 2010 bankruptcy — the largest in Japanese corporate history — they became so profitable that their IPO was one of the biggest of that decade.
Quick answers
What is Japan Airlines' callsign?
"JAPANAIR". On the radio a flight is called by that word plus its flight number, and on a live map its callsign starts with JAL.
What are Japan Airlines' airline codes?
ICAO JAL, IATA JL. Tickets and departure boards use the two-letter IATA code; air traffic control and flight data use the three-letter ICAO code.
Where are Japan Airlines' hubs?
Tokyo (NRT), Tokyo (HND).
Is Japan Airlines in an airline alliance?
Yes: Oneworld.
Aircraft you’ll see in Japan Airlines colors
Japan Airlines special liveries
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Is that a Japan Airlines flight?
Bogey shows every flight around you on a live map. Tap a JAL callsign and you get the aircraft, the route and where it's headed.
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