Nok Air looking to evaluate Boeing jets
Nok Air has announced its plans to assess passenger sentiment and ensure safety before introducing Boeing 737 Max 8 jets to its fleet. The airline has already made a deposit…
Construction boost for the new international airport for Phuket located in Phang Nga
The Airports of Thailand Public Company Limited (AOT) is fast-tracking the construction of the new Andaman International Airport, which is set to become a major long-haul flight hub in the…
The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) seeks checks on the 737-900ER
Boeing is facing increased scrutiny over its manufacturing quality after federal regulators instructed airlines to inspect the door plugs on another model, the 737-900ER. This comes after issues with fasteners…
Phuket planned to be the country’s first seaplane base
Airports of Thailand (AoT) has initiated a study for the development of a seaplane base adjacent to Phuket airport. The aim is to establish potential routes to popular destinations such…
Direct flights from Oslo to Bangkok set to increase this year
At least three airlines—Norse Atlantic Airways, Thai Airways, and Scandinavian Airlines—have increased direct flights from Scandinavian countries to Thailand in 2024. Ms. Orn Duangchan, Director of the Tourism Authority of…
Thai Airways resumes Perth servcies
Thai Airways (TG) will resume its nonstop route between Bangkok and Perth after a four-year break caused by the pandemic. The airline will operate flights on March 31, with the…
EVA air firms orders for 18 A350-1000 and 15 A321NEO
Taiwan’s EVA Air has finalized an order for 18 Airbus A350-1000s and 15 A321neo aircraft. The A350-1000 will be used for long-haul flights and offers fuel efficiency and passenger comfort,…
Air Asia and Air Asia X to merge
AirAsia has announced the merger of AirAsia and AirAsia X in order to establish Southeast Asia as a multi-hub for aviation. The company plans to make Thailand its hub for…
9 New Airlines to start operating in 2024
Multiple new Thai airlines are preparing to commence operations as Thailand anticipates a recovery in leisure travel. With an expected influx of about 35 million foreign visitors this year, these…
Cathay Pacific to launch new Premium Economy class seat
Cathay Pacific is set to introduce a new premium economy product, marking the airline’s third generation of this class. CEO Ronald Lam confirmed that the revamped premium economy seats will…