Aviation News

THAI's objective was to strengthen its network via global ticket agents to elevate outbound travel demand into Thailand.

THAI Airways enhances network with global ticket agentsAs 'Smooth as Silk', the airline puts up event to connect with domestic and international ticketing agents.

Plaza Premium Lounge in KL International Airport offers two options, Plaza Premium First and Plaza Premium Lounge.

New airport lounge awaits at KLIAPlaza Premium's new lounge at KLIA Terminal 1 offers relaxation, work spaces and beef rendang too.

Really Cool Airlines plans to announce aircraft types, destinations, and its route network “in the coming months”.

Hey, that's Really Cool Airlines launching in ThailandFormer Nok Air chief vows to create a new standard for the aviation industry with Really Cool Airlines.

Boeing signs contracts with Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas.

Saudi Arabia enters the fray for global gateway statusNew airline Riyadh Air signals the kingdom’s intention to better connect Asia, Africa and Europe.

Lufthansa’s First Class Suite Plus resembles a hotel room in the air.

Lufthansa unveils a new hotel-style suite experienceClassy improvements for all cabins plus a new Premium Economy product for the airline's new A350s come 2024.

ForwardKeys figures show that the share of short transfers (i.e. less than two hours) has decreased from 44% in 2019 to 37% in 2023.

The days of short transit time are overNot everyone is unhappy though. Gucci and Co have more time to sell to travellers.

Lufthansa plans to cancel about 34,000 flights from its summer 2023 schedule, according to reports.

Lufthansa is cutting thousands of summer flightsThe German airline group wants to "avoid the major operational problems of summer 2022".

Air India’s new Airbus fleet.

What’s behind Air India’s massive aircraft order?Air India's mega deal for 470 planes challenges Gulf carriers, aiming to establish India as a preferred travel hub.

Fewer hands on deck has led reluctance by some airlines to restart services to HKIA.

Why airlines are delaying a return to Hong KongStaff shortages, price hikes hold back return of flights.

Vietjet will fly Airbus A330s on the Vietnam-Australia route.

G’day, next stop Australia for VietjetLow-cost flights to Sydney and Melbourne come with flatbed seats and massive luggage allowance in SkyBoss class.