Thailand Requests China Slot Waiver Amid Market Downturn
The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) is requesting a one-year slot waiver from China amid a decline in Chinese tourist arrivals. ACM Manat Chavanaprayoon, CAAT’s director-general, stated that discussions…
Really Cool Airlines (LUV) Announces New Flight Route to Tokyo in Early 2026
Really Cool Airlines (LUV) has revealed plans to start flights connecting Bangkok Suvarnabhumi and Tokyo Narita in early 2026, pushing back its initial launch date by nearly a year. CEO…
Preliminary Report Indicates Engine Fuel Supply Was Disrupted Just Before Air India Jet Crash
A preliminary report has concluded that a fuel supply disruption caused last month’s Air India crash that resulted in 260 fatalities. The London-bound Boeing 787 Dreamliner had just departed from…
Thai Airways Confirms No Plans to Resume Direct Flights to the US
Thai Airways International has announced that it has no plans to restart direct flights to the United States, despite the US upgrading Thailand’s air safety rating this year to allow…
Thailand-US Direct Flights Resume Under Consideration
Thailand is ramping up efforts to establish direct flight routes between Thailand and the United States as part of the government’s strategy to position the country as a regional aviation…
Thai Airways Completes Business Rehabilitation, Prepares for Stock Exchange Return
Thai Airways International (THAI) is unveiling its “Fly for the New Pride” brand campaign following a successful, years-long business rehabilitation. With a significantly reduced debt and new revenue strategies in…
Singapore Airlines pays staff 7 months bonus
Singapore Airlines will reward its employees with a profit-sharing bonus equivalent to more than seven months’ salary after reporting a full-year net income of S$2.78 billion (approximately 71 billion baht),…
Thailand to Launch Online TM.6 System on May 1st to Boost Tourism and Ease Entry
Thailand to Launch Online TM.6 System on May 1st to Boost Tourism and Ease Entry BANGKOK, Thailand – In a move aimed at modernizing immigration procedures and bolstering its tourism…
Malaysia Airlines Considers New Boeing Aircraft in Case of Chinese Rejection
Malaysia Airlines’ parent company, Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), is in discussions with Boeing regarding the potential acquisition of new jets that may become available if Chinese airlines halt their deliveries.…
Suvarnabhumi Airport’s Global Survey Ranking Improves Significantly
Suvarnabhumi Airport has improved its ranking, while Singapore’s Changi Airport has regained its position as the world’s best according to the latest Skytrax survey. In this year’s survey, the Thai…