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Indian tourist arrivals to the Philippines rose by 12% in 2024, reaching around 79,000 visitors.

Direct Philippines-India flights may take off soonThe long wait may finally be over – which airline will launch the first flights?

APAC aviation market grows 4.7% above pre-pandemic levels.

More competition, more competitive air fares in AsiaWith more seats and lower fares, Asia is now the world’s most competitive aviation market.

A Delta Air Lines flight crash-landed at Toronto Pearson Airport on 17 February, skidding in flames before flipping over and stopping upside down.

How everyone survived the fiery Toronto plane crashThe Delta plane crash landed at Toronto airport, but disaster was averted.

Padar Island is located in Komodo National Park.

How to get to Komodo Islands? More flights are comingJetstar Asia the latest to launch direct flights from Singapore to Labuan Bajo, Indonesia.

Sarawak launches AirBorneo, becoming Malaysia's first state to own an airline, enhancing connectivity and economic benefits.

Sarawak becomes first Malaysian state to own an airlineAirBorneo’s routes will initially focus on Sarawak, Sabah, and Kalimantan.

Air Busan has decided to ban power banks after a recent fire incident.

This travel gadget is now banned on Air Busan flightsThe South Korean airline is the first to ban power banks as carry-ons.

Some airlines allow pets in cabins, but concerns remain over allergies, behaviour, and travel regulations.

Furs class travel: Should pets be allowed on flights?Expect more furry companions at a seat near you.

Emirates lounge launch ceremony

Emirates drops $6.2 million on Bangkok mega loungeThe 250-capacity premium lounge at Bangkok's new terminal is the biggest in the world, aside from the one in Dubai.

Staff have been trained in autism awareness to recognise triggers, address individual needs, and support sensory-sensitive travellers.

Emirates sets new standards for autism-friendly travelOver 30,000 cabin crew and ground staff are trained to support passengers with autism and sensory sensitivities effectively.

Pakistan International Airlines' ad showed a jet heading towards the Eiffel Tower with the tagline “Paris, we’re coming today,” sparking outrage and comparisons to 9/11.

Social media users attack airline for controversial adPeople are enraged by Pakistan International Airlines' recent ad, which appears to show a plane about to crash into the Eiffel...