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…
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…
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…
Dassault Eyes Growth Opportunities in Southeast Asia
Dassault Aviation remains optimistic about growth in Thailand and the wider Southeast Asian market, as it introduces its new ultra-long-range business jet, the Falcon 10X, targeting demand from Asia’s family-owned…
Thai Airways Set to Benefit from Middle East Airspace Closures
Thai Airways International (THAI) could benefit from airspace closures across several Middle Eastern countries amid rising tensions in the Gulf, despite facing higher fuel costs, according to analysts. Thanapol Jiratanakij,…
Asia Airlines Hike Ticket Prices, Warn of Possible Groundings Over Fuel Supply Risks
Airlines across Asia are raising ticket prices and preparing contingency plans — including the possibility of grounding aircraft — as the escalating Middle East conflict raises fears of a major…
FedEx to Continue Operating MD-11 Aircraft
Photo Credit: Angel DiBillio FedEx has confirmed it will not permanently retire its MD-11 fleet following a fatal accident and the subsequent grounding of the aircraft type. Instead, the cargo…
Thai Airways Reduces Baggage Allowance for Some Economy Class Passengers: What You Need to Know
Starting April 1, Thai Airways will be reducing the checked baggage allowance for certain Economy Class tickets. The standard weight limit for some economy fare classes will drop from 25kg…
K Mile has received its first Boeing 767-300F
K-Mile Asia (8K, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi) has received its first B767-300ER(BCF), marking its inaugural widebody freighter and the first of its kind in Thailand. The aircraft, registered as HS-KSA (msn 33421),…
Korean Air to operate the 787-10 flights to Bangkok on August 1st
Today, Korean Air announced that it will begin operating its first Boeing 787-10 on the Seoul to Bangkok route starting Thursday, August 1, 2024. This makes Thailand the first Southeast…