Contempo Air

Contempo Air is a Takyoto-based airline that commenced operations on December 19, 2009. The airline was inspired by Virgin America's service for a low-fare, high-quality airline. Contempo Air's main operating hub is at Toyokin-Ineku International Airport. It also has another hub at Nichiro International Airport and uses Kansai International Airport as a focus city. The airline's frequent-flyer program is named Technoflyer.

Contempo Air is headquartered in Central Nichiro, Takyoto. It is currently a subsidiary of Takyoto Airways, but has market shares to Imperial Airlines. It is currently competing against Peach and Jetstar Japan.

Headquarters
Contempo Air's headquarters is located in Central Nichiro. Its offices are located at 129 Hōndo Avenue, which is the tallest building in Nichiro. It moved to the building after plans were made to demolish its previous headquarters in Toyokin.

Destinations
Contempo Air currently flies to over 26 destinations from its hubs at Toyokin-Ineku International Airport and Nichiro International Airport, including its focus city in Kansai International Airport.

Fleet
As of June 2011, the Contempo Air fleet consists of the following aircraft:

Cabin
Contempo Air currently offers three cabin services on all its flights. However, the service varies depending on the aircraft being used. However, all cabins are equipped with LED mood lighting, which are usually lit up in hot pink or blue. Seats on all aircraft are equipped with personal in-flight entertainment systems which feature GUIs designed by Nashi Electronics. The interface provides a flight tracker channel, movies which come at an additional price, and in-flight shopping.

Techno Class
Techno Class is the first class product for Contempo Air. The seats on the A319 and A320 provide 1,498 mm (59 in.) of seat pitch and are 635 mm (25 in.) wide. There are power-ports on the armrests, including massage controls and reclining controls. Meals and drinks are complimentary, although alcohol is still sold at a price. Passengers flying in Techno Class can enjoy priority aircraft boarding and use of the ContempoLounge. The in-flight entertainment is free for Techno Class passengers, and Wi-Fi on inter-Takyoto flights are also complimentary. However, certain movies such as new releases and classics are priced at around ¥46 (US$0.50).

On the Boeing 777-200, Techno Class are provided in suites. The suites include an LCD screen for the IFE systems. The seats feature a 1,905 mm (75 in.) seat pitch which recline to a lie-flat bed. In addition to the premium service, a mini-bar, USB ports, and RCA sockets are integrated into the suites. The massage controls are included in the 777-200 Techno Class, with more features including seat warmers and head massages.

Contempo+ Class
Contempo+ Class is the premium economy product for Contempo Air. It is featured on all aircraft and there are very slight changes between the seats on short-haul and long-haul services. Passenger are given the options to board the aircraft alongside those on Techno Class, before those in Contempo Class. Seats are equipped with 1,016 mm (40 in.) of pitch and are 602 mm (23.7 in.) wide. Passengers are also given the advantage of having complimentary meals and drinks, although in-flight entertainment such as movies and games are still paid for. Lavatories for passengers are shared with those in Contempo Class.

Contempo Class
Contempo Class is the economy product for Contempo Air. It is featured on all aircraft, and seats are relatively the same. Seat pitch is 965 mm (38 in.) and the seat width is 535.9 mm (21.1 in.). The in-flight entertainment is rented and movies are pay-per-view. The flight tracker channel is free throughout all seats however. Meals are paid for and are not complimentary. They are ordered through the built-in screen on the seatbacks and the flight attendants come by and bring the food.

Frequent-flyer program
Technoflyer is the frequent-flyer program for Contempo Air. The program was first introduced on May 28, 2010, offering lower fares and cabin upgrades for members. In 2012, it was announced that more options would be available for members such as complimentary amenities (Contempo Class only), lounge usage, and priority boarding.