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Sichuan Airlines (ICAO: CSC)

While the user's prompt specified "SHU (ICAO: SHU)", research indicates that the airline with the ICAO code "CSC" and IATA code "3U" is Sichuan Airlines. "SHU" does not appear to be a recognized ICAO code for an active airline. Therefore, the following information pertains to Sichuan Airlines.

Sichuan Airlines was established on September 19, 1986, and commenced its first flight on July 14, 1988, connecting Chengdu and Wanzhou. The airline was later restructured as Sichuan Airlines Co., Ltd. on August 29, 2002. It is the largest airline in Western China and is owned by a consortium that includes Sichuan Airlines Co., Ltd. Group (40%), China Southern Airlines (39%), China Eastern Airlines (10%), Air China Group (10%), and Chengdu Gingko Restaurant Co. (1%).

The airline's corporate headquarters and primary operational base are located at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). It also maintains secondary hubs at Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG), with Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) also serving as a hub. Sichuan Airlines operates an exclusive Airbus fleet, which as of recent data (2022-2025), includes aircraft from the Airbus A319, A320, A321, A330, and A350 families. The total fleet size is reported to be between 188 and 212 aircraft.

Sichuan Airlines boasts an extensive route network, primarily focusing on domestic flights within China. Additionally, it operates international and regional routes that span across Asia, Europe, Africa, Oceania, and North America. As of November 2025, the airline serves 107 domestic and 33 international destinations in 24 countries, with over 300 routes in total. While one source indicated a Star Alliance membership, other prominent aviation sources do not confirm this, and Wikipedia explicitly states no alliance membership. Therefore, Sichuan Airlines is not part of a major global airline alliance. The airline offers two main cabin classes: Business Class and Economy Class. Business Class typically features comfortable seating (such as shell angled or reverse herringbone seats), USB charging ports, and in-flight entertainment, complemented by handcrafted meals and a selection of beverages. Economy Class provides comfortable seating with in-flight entertainment. Notably, Sichuan Airlines is recognized for its unique Panda-themed items and often serves spicy Sichuan cuisine on its flights.