Korean Air wins top honors in TIME Readers'Travel Choice Awards

Korean Air has won top honors in the TIME Readers'Travel Choice Awards 2006 as the Best First/Business Class Airline and the Best Frequent Flyer Program for its Skypass program. The South Korean flagship carrier beat strong international competitors and gained overwhelming support from the readers of TIME magazine to win these categories for the first time.

"This independent validation demonstrates the success of Korean Air' drive to deliver excellent service in flight. Last year, we were ranked among the top three in some of these major categories and this year, we made it to No. 1. This demonstrates Korean Air's growing recognition in Asia,"said Mr. Jong-Hee Lee, COO & President of Korean Air.

In terms of in-flight services, the airline installed new even more comfortable 'kosmo' seats and introduced organic meals in its first and business classes. Its award-winning menus and modern airport lounge are also part of Korean Air's initiatives to enhance passengers?travel experience.

The award presentation ceremony was held on October 12, 2006 in Singapore.