Aviation News

Thai Smile joining Star Alliance as connecting partner

Thai Smile joining Star Alliance as connecting partnerSEOUL -- Thai Airways regional subsidiary Thai Smile will become the second carrier to join the Star Alliance Connecting...

Jetstar fined for misleading customers.

Airline cops heavy fine for misleading customersAustralian budget carrier Jetstar has been ordered to pay almost A$2 million (US1.38m) in penalties after misleading passengers...

Hong Kong Airlines has a problem with loose screws.

Airline in strife over loose screwsJapan’s civil aviation watchdog has told Hong Kong Airlines it must stop parts falling off its aircraft – in case they hit...

Garuda Indonesia needs to cut losses – so London is axed once more.

Garuda dumps London - againGaruda Indonesia is once again suspending services to London, putting commercial reality before national prestige.

Thailand’s aviation standards have been recognised as adequate by ICAO.

A small tick for Thailand’s aviation standardsThailand’s aviation sector has come good after the latest inspection of its operations by the International Civil Aviation...

Air New Zealand has ordered eight new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner aircraft that will replace its existing fleet of eight 777-200 jets.

Air New Zealand opts for Boeing’s long-haul jetsAir New Zealand announced a “multi-billion-dollar investment” for Boeing’s long-haul jets on Monday, which will replace its...

Korean Air receives delivery of its 200th Boeing aircraft, B777-300ER.

Korean Air welcomes 200th Boeing planeKorean Air has taken delivery of its 25th B777-300ER, the 200th Boeing aircraft the airline has purchased since 1971.

Hong Kong will push for lucrative air cargo and logistics business.

Hong Kong looks to win battle of skies with ShenzhenOne of Hong Kong’s top officials has backed the city’s status as the preeminent aviation hub in China’s Greater Bay Area plan.

New agreement to adopt Sabre AirVision In-Flight solution could spell cost savings and less wastage for Vietnam Airlines’ onboard catering.

Vietnam Airlines set for mouth-watering savings on cateringSabre and Vietnam Airlines have deepened their strategic relationship with a new long-term agreement to adopt the Sabre...

The booking tool currently enables customers to secure domestic flights with carriers such as AirAsia, IndiGo, Air India and GoAir.

Amazon confirms flight booking launch (but little else)Amazon has given very little away about its new travel strategy after acknowledging the appearance of flights booking on its...