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Fuel Surcharges Rise as Airlines Cut Back Schedules

Local airlines are continuing to scale back capacity by merging less profitable flights into remaining services, as they grapple with rising jet fuel costs. At the same time, Japan Airlines…

Thai Airways International Reduces Capacity in May

Thai Airways International has notified ticket agents of a broad reduction in flight frequencies for May 2026, affecting domestic, regional and European routes, as the airline responds to rising fuel…

What to Expect from Thai Airways’ New Business Class on the 777 and A350

Thai Airways is set to phase out first class in favour of an upgraded business class, with its new Royal Silk suites expected to be unveiled at the Aircraft Interiors…

Airlines Adapt Operations Following Ceasefire

Despite a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, Thai airlines are continuing to adjust their summer flight strategies as travel demand remains subdued amid lingering concerns over the oil…

Thai Airways removes first class

Photo Credit: Thai Airways Thai Airways is phasing out first class in favour of a new, upgraded business class experience, as part of a broader fleet modernisation strategy. CEO Chai…

Asian airlines cut flight schedules and boost fuel reserves amid supply constraints

Airlines across Asia are cutting flights, carrying extra fuel and adding refuelling stops as the Middle East conflict disrupts jet fuel supplies, compounding already high fuel costs. The closure of…

Thai Airways Enforces Two Power Banks per Passenger Limit

Thai Airways International has reminded passengers of updated regulations allowing each traveller to carry no more than two power banks, while strictly prohibiting their use or charging during flights. In…

Scoot bookings remain robust despite Gulf tensions

Scoot, the low-cost arm of Singapore Airlines, continues to see solid travel demand from regions unaffected by the Gulf conflict, with operations spanning seven destinations in Thailand. The airline is…

AirAsia Remains Optimistic Amid Rising Cost Pressures

AirAsia has acknowledged that rising airfares are unavoidable amid the ongoing Middle East conflict and global oil crisis, but says it remains confident in travel demand across its network and…

Business Jet Demand Surges Across Asia

Business jet usage is surging across Thailand and Southeast Asia as disruptions to commercial flights and growing international business activity drive demand. Wealthy individuals and companies are increasingly turning to…