All Asia Pacific articles – Page 61
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NewsTaiwan cleared for big loitering munition sale amid Chinese belligerence
The US government has cleared the possible sale of over 1,000 loitering munitions to Taiwan that could be employed in the event of an attempted Chinese invasion.
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NewsKorean Air’s China network to see significant ramp-up
Korean Air will restore six routes into Mainland China – its most significant ramp-up into China in recent months – as it looks to increase frequencies to three other Chinese points.
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NewsAir India to introduce premium economy on narrowbody fleet
Air India will introduce a premium-economy product on its Airbus A320neo fleet, as part of a comprehensive cabin refresh that will also see new seats in business and economy classes.
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NewsSouth Korean navy moves closer to deploying P-8A
South Korea’s first three Boeing P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft have arrived in the country, with service entry planned for 2025.
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NewsInsolvent Air Vanuatu gets interest from several suitors
Several parties have expressed interest in taking over grounded Air Vanuatu, according to accountancy firm EY, the liquidator responsible for the insolvent South Pacific carrier.
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Airline BusinessHK Express chief Jeanette Mao on a ‘fulfilling’ year of recovery
HK Express CEO Jeanette Mao took helm of the low-cost airline in 2023, overseeing a rapid recovery post-pandemic. She speaks to Airline Business about how her first year has been
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NewsFly Jinnah A320 pressurisation incident left pilots and cabin crew needing oxygen
Pakistani authorities have indicated that an Airbus A320 crew required supplementary oxygen after climbing towards cruise altitude, having previously believed a pressurisation problem was resolved. The Fly Jinnah aircraft had been operating a service from Lahore to Karachi on 24 May. French investigation agency BEA, citing its Pakistani counterparts, states ...
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NewsRAAF E-7A completes training with USAF Air Combat Command
A Boeing E-7A Wedgetail airborne early warning & control (AEW&C) aircraft of the Royal Australian Air Force has completed a visit to the USA aimed at maximising the combat effectiveness of crews.
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NewsKAI signs Uzbekistan defence MRO agreement
Korea Aerospace Industries has entered a pact with Uzbekistan aircraft maintenance firm SE Charz, setting the stage for for the possible establishment of a maintenance repair and overhaul operation in the Central Asian country.
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NewsBoeing appoints Penny Burtt to head Southeast Asia
Boeing has appointed a financial technology executive and former diplomat to head its operations in Southeast Asia.
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NewsAsia-Pacific carriers see ‘welcome turnaround’ in 2023 earnings: AAPA
Asia Pacific carriers rebounded to profitability in 2023, on the back of a “vigorous recovery” in passenger demand and ending a loss-making streak dating from the coronavirus pandemic.
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NewsKorean Air puts Air Incheon in pole position for Asiana freighter business
Korean Air expects to sign a framework agreement with Air Incheon next month after picking the cargo carrier as preferred bidder for Asiana Airlines’ global freighter business.
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NewsEHang’s EH216-S makes maiden sortie in Saudi Arabia
EHang’s autonomous electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft completed its first flight in Saudi Arabia, as the Chinese firm looks to grow its presence internationally.
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Airline BusinessHow IndiGo aims to expand its reach
Plans for a business-class product and A350 widebodies catch the eye, but chief executive Pieter Elbers sees this building, not replacing, carrier’s low-cost roots
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NewsAir New Zealand trims senior leadership amid ‘economic challenges’
Air New Zealand has axed its corporate affairs chief as part of a cost-saving move amid “economic challenges”.
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NewsIndonesian Aerospace taps start-up Intercrus for new eVTOL development
Indonesian Aerospace has signed a memorandum of understanding with start-up Intercrus Aero Indonesia for potential cooperation on the development of latter’s Sola electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
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NewsAustralia poised for arrival of first MQ-4C Triton
The Royal Australian Air Force’s first Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton unmanned air vehicle is poised to arrive in Australia, following extensive preparations and training.
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NewsEtihad and China Eastern firm up joint venture
Etihad Airways and China Eastern Airlines have signed a joint-venture agreement – the first between Middle Eastern and Chinese carriers – which will see both operators coordinate their schedules on parts of their networks.
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NewsKorean official floats possibility of dropping Indonesia from KF-21 development
The head of South Korea’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration has mooted the possibility of dropping Indonesia from the joint Korea Aersospace Industries KF-21 fighter programme.
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NewsRex shuffles leadership with Neville Howell stepping into CEO role
Australia’s Regional Express (Rex) has promoted its operating chief to lead the airline, as current executive chair Lim Kim Hai steps down.