Shandong Airlines is a Chinese regional carrier headquartered in Jinan, Shandong Province. Founded in 1994, the airline operates an extensive network of domestic routes across China, with a focus on connecting cities in Shandong Province to major hubs and secondary destinations nationwide. The airline is a subsidiary of Air China, which holds a significant stake in the carrier. Shandong Airlines primarily operates Boeing 737 family aircraft and serves dozens of Chinese cities from its main base at Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport. As part of the broader Air China group, Shandong Airlines benefits from codeshare arrangements and network integration with its parent company, enhancing its connectivity for passengers traveling across China.