Beijing Nanyuan Airport poised to close its doors(1/3)

Beijing Nanyuan Airport, China's oldest, which will cease public operations before Sept 30 with the opening of Beijing Daxing International Airport. Nanyuan Airport has witnessed rapid developments in the nation's aviation industry over the past century. Built in 1910 during the Qing dynasty (1644-1911), it has long served as a military and commercial airport. In 1986, it became the main hub for China United Airlines after serving the military for decades. The airline was established under the administration of the People's Liberation Army Air Force, connecting revolutionary base areas and border cities. (Photo/IC)

Beijing Nanyuan Airport, China's oldest, which will cease public operations before Sept 30 with the opening of Beijing Daxing International Airport. Nanyuan Airport has witnessed rapid developments in the nation's aviation industry over the past century. Built in 1910 during the Qing dynasty (1644-1911), it has long served as a military and commercial airport. In 1986, it became the main hub for China United Airlines after serving the military for decades. The airline was established under the administration of the People's Liberation Army Air Force, connecting revolutionary base areas and border cities. (Photo/IC)

Beijing Nanyuan Airport, China's oldest, which will cease public operations before Sept 30 with the opening of Beijing Daxing International Airport. Nanyuan Airport has witnessed rapid developments in the nation's aviation industry over the past century. Built in 1910 during the Qing dynasty (1644-1911), it has long served as a military and commercial airport. In 1986, it became the main hub for China United Airlines after serving the military for decades. The airline was established under the administration of the People's Liberation Army Air Force, connecting revolutionary base areas and border cities. (Photo/IC)