Air China mulls in lifting stake in Cathay Pacific
Air China (CA, Beijing Capital) is considering lifting its 29.99% stake in Cathay Pacific (CX, Hong Kong International), according to Bloomberg. The Chinese majority-state-owned airline has previously talked about buying…
Power bank catches fire on Air Asia flight
Chaos erupted during a flight from Bangkok to Nakhon Si Thammarat when a power bank explosion occurred, leading to a midair fire on Saturday morning. Passengers and crew onboard Thai…
Vietjet Air signs an MOU for 20 A330NEOS
European aviation company Airbus has announced that Vietnamese airline Vietjet Air has expressed interest in purchasing 20 of its A330-900 planes. According to Airbus, Vietjet signed a memorandum of understanding…
Boeing fires the leader of the 737MAX program
The head of Boeing’s embattled 737 Max program is set to depart the company, following ongoing pressures since a part of one of its aircraft detached during a passenger flight…
Thai Airways leases 17 aircraft from Aercap
AerCap, an aircraft leasing company based in Dublin, has recently finalized lease agreements with Thai Airways International (TG) for a total of 17 aircraft. These agreements cover a diverse range…
Thai Airways 787 order a record
Boeing, the US aircraft manufacturer, has revealed that Thai Airways International’s order for 45 Dreamliner aircraft marks the largest in the history of Thailand’s aviation industry. With the aim of…
Qantas brings NON-recliner business class seats to Bangkok
Innovative upgrade wrapping passengers in cosy comfort, or sleep-wrecking slab on that crucial 9+ hour overnight leg to Sydney? Travellers on Qantas’ popular Sydney-Bangkok flight will soon make up their…
Changes to be made at the Airports
Congestion outside Suvarnabhumi airport’s departure halls has become a regular occurrence as cars and taxis compete for parking spaces. This has become an expected challenge for travelers starting their journeys…
3rd Runway in Suvarnabhumi Airport to open in July
Suvarnabhumi Airport is currently in the process of expanding to meet the growing demand for air travel, which includes building a third runway. Once this new runway is completed in…
How tech is helping the aviation business to expand in Thailand
Thailand, as a prime tourist destination, welcomes millions of visitors annually. The aviation industry is pivotal for connecting the country to the global stage, offering convenient and cost-effective travel options…