Trade Association Tempers Enthusiasm for Aviation Hub
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) cautions that Thailand’s goal of becoming the leading aviation hub in the region by 2030 may face challenges due to global supply chain disruptions.…
Aviation Authorities Anticipate Passenger Numbers to Rebound by 2025
Aviation authorities foresee a resurgence in Thailand’s passenger numbers by next year, despite lingering economic uncertainties and sluggish recovery in certain supply chains. Yongyut Lujintanon, the area manager for Thailand,…
Ethiopian airlines orders 8 777-9’s with 12 options
Ethiopian Airlines is set to expand its fleet by acquiring a minimum of eight new aircraft from Boeing, specifically the new 777-9 models. This order also includes the option for…
Thailand One luxury lifestyle magazine launches in Bangkok
The much anticipated launch of luxury lifestyle magazine, Thailand One, is upon us. The bi-monthly magazine covers an array of luxury topics and features topics such as aviation, golf, travel…
Thai Airways shows off their latest business class seat on the Star Alliance schemed A350
Thai Airways International (PLC) has shown off its Business class seat onboard one of its latest Airbus A350-900 registered HS-THQ. This aircraft is painted in the Star Alliance scheme. Previously…
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) resumes Bangkok after 10 years
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has resumed its services to Bangkok after a 10 year absence. The flight number SK973 from Copenhagen is being operated by the Airbus A350-900 Aircraft. Previously was…
Emirates will buy 2 more A380’s for $35 million each
Emirates is set to purchase two more leased Airbus A380s before the end of the year as it slowly acquires its A380s from lessors. The sale price for each aircraft…
Saudia introduces its re branding
The new identity aligns with a broader strategic digital transformation plan that aims to strengthen the airline’s support for Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative. This rebrand marks the beginning of…
Vietjet senior official under house arrest due to bribery case
A former official at VietJet, a Vietnamese low-cost airline, has been arrested in connection with a bribery scandal surrounding for-profit COVID-19 repatriation flights. This scandal is part of a larger…
Rising fuel cost caused Nok Air’s annual loss to double
Nok Air experienced a significant increase in passenger numbers and revenue in 2022, but it was not enough to offset the challenges of rising fuel costs, exchange rate deficits, and…