AOTGA Welcomes Air France Inaugural Flight “Paris–Phuket” (AF156)

On November 28, 2025, AOTGA welcomed the inaugural flight of Air France on its direct route from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris to Phuket International Airport (HKT). Flight AF156, operated by a Boeing 777-228ER, arrived in Phuket at 09:25 AM (local time).

For this occasion, Mr. Siriwat Tovachirakul, President, assigned Ms. Hansa Srikitkul, Passenger Services Director, along with the AOTGA team, to welcome distinguished guests from the airline and related organizations, including H.E. Mr. Jean-Claude Poimboeuf, French Ambassador to the Kingdom of Thailand, Mrs. Femke Kroese, General Manager, Air France–KLM South-East Asia & Oceania, Mr. Jonas Gustafsson, Air France–KLM Regional Station Manager, Mr. Thawanchai Tansuriyawong, Deputy Director of Phuket International Airport (Operations and Maintenance), and Ms. Suladda Sarutilavan, Executive Director for Europe Region, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), who jointly officiated the welcoming ceremony.

The launch of this new route marks another significant step in strengthening tourism connectivity between Europe and Thailand, contributing to the continuous growth of Phuket’s economy and tourism industry.

AOTGA would like to express its sincere appreciation to Air France for trusting in the quality of our ground handling services. We remain committed to delivering professional standards and providing the best experience for all passengers.