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Philippine Airlines, under the leadership of banking and tobacco magnate Lucio Tan, intends to acquire up to 20 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner jets as the company upgrades its fleet in response to increased demand in air travel. The national airline has committed…
Three major Chinese airline companies are set to acquire 95 aircraft from Airbus, in deals collectively valued at approximately $17.8 billion. This comes as part of a concerted effort by these airlines to expand their capacities and modernise their fleets…
Philippine Airlines, under the ownership of billionaire Lucio Tan, renowned for his ventures in the tobacco and banking sectors, has successfully garnered US$300 million via a five-year bond sale. This strategic move is aimed at financing the carrier’s…
Singapore Airlines has postponed the unveiling of its upgraded first and business class cabins on Airbus A350-900 aircraft until the first quarter of 2027, retreating from the original target date in the second quarter of 2026. The adjusted timeline comes as…
In the first quarter, Vietnam Airlines experienced a surge in pre-tax profits, reaching over VND4.5 trillion (US$171 million), a 30% increase compared to the same period last year. This substantial growth is attributed to high demand during the Tet holiday…
Air India has reported an annual deficit surpassing INR220 billion ($2.4 billion), a more substantial loss than initially anticipated. This unexpected financial setback has led the airline to seek monetary aid from its stakeholders. Fiscal Losses and…
As global aviation fuel costs rise due to increased geopolitical instability, more than 60% of international airlines have already increased their fares or are planning to do so from mid-March, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV). The…
Singapore Airlines and its budget subsidiary, Scoot, have announced further cancellations of various Middle East flights due to the ongoing tensions associated with the Iran conflict. These service suspensions are expected to last until March 15. Singapore…
Vietnam Airlines and Sun PhuQuoc Airways have entered into a significant agreement to acquire a total of 90 Boeing aircraft in a deal estimated to be worth over US$30 billion. The high-profile contract signing event was held in Washington, D.C., with the…
The Vietnamese aviation sector has welcomed a new contender, Crystal Bay Airlines, bringing an infusion of VND300 billion (approximately US$11.4 million) into the industry. Established on November 6, 2025, the airline has a diverse range of operations…
The Vietnamese aviation sector is preparing for heightened competition this year, with the emergence of a new airline and the resurgence of one that was previously struggling. Sun PhuQuoc Airways, which commenced operations in November, along with low-cost…
The current solid economic situation is predicted to lead to a rise in the cost of business class travel during the year. Meanwhile, the prices for economy class are projected to stay relatively steady, according to market experts. American Express Global…
Vietnam Airlines has recently introduced a new feature, offering meals sourced from the immensely popular Pizza 4P’s restaurant chain. The airline commenced the sale of these meals on Monday, on select domestic flights lasting 60 minutes or more and…
A host of global airlines experienced temporary disruptions as they carried out software repairs on a widely utilized commercial aircraft following an analysis that discovered a computer code fault possibly led to an unexpected altitude dip of a JetBlue plane…
Vietravel, a tourism company, has announced its intent to divest its 14.1% shareholding in Vietravel Airlines by the end of the current year. The details of the prospective investor are yet to be disclosed. Background of Vietravel Airlines Established in…
As the year comes to a close, Vietjet is inviting travellers worldwide to pause, reflect, and reward themselves with the joy of exploration. Launching its biggest promotion of the year, the airline encourages global travellers to experience the beauty,…
