AirAsia Apologises After Miscommunication Delays Flight
Air Asia has responded to public criticism surrounding flight FD3116 from Don Mueang to Hat Yai after 23 passengers were mistakenly left on an airport shuttle bus. The airline acknowledged…
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 Travellers Warned of Rising Visa Scams
Travellers are being urged to remain vigilant against visa application scams as outbound travel from Thailand continues to rise. Scams include fake visa appointment letters and requests for additional payments…
Tourism Continues to Remain a Stagnant Driver
In 2025, Thailand’s tourism sector experienced its first decline since the pandemic, hindered by various setbacks that eroded traveler confidence. The Tourism Authority of Thailand revised its 2025 forecast to…
Finnair to Launch Daily Melbourne–Helsinki Flights via Bangkok in October 2026
Finnair announced its first scheduled passenger service to Australia, launching daily flights between Helsinki and Melbourne via Bangkok starting in late October 2026. Operated by Airbus A350 aircraft, this route…
Thailand’s Leading Travel Trends for 2026
The 2026 Travel Outlook Report by Agoda highlights a shift toward domestic travel among Thai travelers, focusing on meaningful, short getaways that combine relaxation, wellness, and food experiences. Thais are…
Thai Airport Tax to Increase by 53% for International Flights
The Civil Aviation Board has approved a 53% hike in the passenger service charge, commonly known as airport tax, for outbound international travelers. During Wednesday’s meeting, the board approved an…
Upsurge in Domestic Airfares Continues to Decline
Despite ongoing complaints over high airfares to flood-affected Hat Yai, the average domestic ticket prices in Thailand continued to decline in 2025. Low-cost carriers shifted focus from underperforming Chinese routes…
Airlines Eager to Increase Direct Flight Services
Several international airlines from the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Japan are interested in expanding direct flight routes to Thailand, according to the Airports of Thailand (AoT). Potential new…
Travel Concerns Reduce Following Rapid Software Update from Airbus
Travel concerns diminished on Saturday as Airbus swiftly addressed a technical issue with a software update for 6,000 of its popular A320 passenger jets. The aircraft manufacturer’s quick intervention came…