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On March 10, 2025, Xiamen Airlines facilitated the transport of two Mazu statues on flight MF841 from Xiamen to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The statues were accompanied by a 29-member escort team and were destined for enshrinement at the Xin Xing Sheung Tai Temple and Lạc Hoà Thien Hau Temple in Vĩnh Châu, Vietnam.
Li Xi, a ground service staff member at Xiamen Airlines, was responsible for overseeing the safe transportation of the statues. He provided guidance to his colleagues during the careful loading process into the aircraft cabin. The airline organized a special coordination meeting two weeks prior to ensure a smooth journey for the statues and maintained communication with team leaders throughout.
The departure at Xiamen Airport saw significant preparations due to manual security checks required for the statues and the presence of numerous accompanying personnel. A dedicated check-in counter and exclusive waiting area were arranged, along with a green security channel and priority boarding services. This preparation allowed for "zero waiting time" during customs clearance.
