All Asia Pacific articles – Page 25
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NewsComac delivers first ARJ21 converted freighters
Comac has delivered its first pair of ARJ21 converted freighters, as the airframer hails the “solid step forward” for China’s aerospace sector.
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NewsKorean Air orders 20 more A321neos
Korean Air has increased its Airbus A321neo orderbook, committing to 20 additional narrowbodies as part of fleet renewal plans.
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NewsQantas adds Paris, Shanghai to network; airlines ramp up Japan-Korea flights
Qantas is expanding its international network, while other Asian carriers resume more international flights after the pandemic.
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NewsHAL to produce ring forgings for CFM Leap programme
Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) and Safran Aircraft Engines have entered a memorandum of understanding for the indigenous production of commercial engine parts.
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NewsQantas refutes regulator’s ‘ghost flights’ allegations in lawsuit defence
Qantas has refuted claims by Australia’s competition watchdog that it misled its customers by selling seats on flights that never took off, charging that the regulator’s lawsuit “ignores the realities” of the airline sector.
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NewsChina Southern swings to nine-month profit as other Chinese carriers narrow losses
China Southern Airlines returned to the black in its nine-month financial results, continuing its streak of profitability since China swung open its international borders and eased pandemic restrictions.
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NewsMAVCOM intensifies investigation into collapsed MYAirline
Police have arrested some of the grounded airline’s carriers on allegations of money laundering, unliicensed deposit-taking schemes, and fraud.
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NewsChinese J-11 makes dangerous intercept of USAF B-52 over international waters
Pacific Air Forces express concern that Chinese pilot failed to realise how the intercept could have caused a collision.
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NewsBoeing exec sees geopolitics adding impetus to Asia-Pacific defence acquisitions, upgrades
The Asia-Pacific represents a diverse and fragmented market for Boeing Defense, Space & Security, but the changing political climate is driving governments to focus on substantial defence programmes.
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NewsIHI slashes revenue and profit forecast on PW1100G woes
Japanese conglomerate IHI forecasts a major hit to profitability and revenue from the issues affecting the Pratt & Whitney PW1100G engine.
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NewsOverair nears assembly of prototype with flight testing on near horizon
After completing ground testing of its propulsion system last year, Southern California’s Overair is focusing on building and flying the production prototype of its ”Butterfly” air taxi.
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NewsBell eyes Asia-Pacific opportunities across its portfolio
Bell sees opportunities in the Asia-Pacific for its full range of helicopters, from the entry level 505 to the advanced 525 Relentless, which is on the verge of US certification.
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NewsPilot fatigue cited as possible cause of GA8 exiting runway and tipping into sea
Pilot fatigue likely contributed to an unstable approach and runway excursion involving a Mahindra GA8 Airvan, where the aircraft ended up partially submerged in seawater and substantially damaged.
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NewsKAI gets serious about single-seat version of FA-50
A single-seat version of the FA-50 will offer more room for fuel and reduce acquisition costs.
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NewsQantas veteran Yangoyan named as new Qantaslink head
The Qantas Group has named Rachel Yangoyan as the new chief executive of regional unit Qantaslink.
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NewsBamboo gets fourth chief executive in 2023
Vietnam carrier Bamboo Airways has named a new chief executive, as the carrier embarks on a major restructuring of its business.
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NewsNepal Airlines seeks new-build STOL aircraft for regional services
Nepal Airlines is searching for a supplier to provide short-take-off aircraft, and has issued a formal request for proposals. The carrier is seeking three newly-built STOL aircraft with at least 18 seats. It states that they should be reconfigurable, such that the seats can be removed or folded in order ...
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NewsAsia-Pacific nations eye more efficient air traffic management
Asia-Pacific countries have entered agreements to improve the management of flights in the region, which could see aircraft operating more direct, faster routes and help reduce emissions.
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NewsPentagon outlines China’s continued airpower development
The Pentagon indicates that Beijing continues its quest to develop advanced airpower capabilities, as a US bomber operates a joint sortie with North Asian allies.
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NewsVietnam’s Bamboo signals major route, fleet readjustment
Vietnam’s ambitious Bamboo Airlines has had a dismal 2023, and plans radical surgery to its fleet and route network.