Asia Pacific – Page 397
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AnalysisINSIGHT FROM FLIGHTGLOBAL: LCCs - in it for the long-haul?
Exploring the current state of long-haul low-cost (LHLC) using schedules, fleet and flight status data.
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SpiceJet considers single-engine Kodiak for regional services
Indian low-cost carrier SpiceJet is exploring the possibility of obtaining Quest Kodiak single-engine turboprop aircraft as part of its effort to enhance regional connectivity.
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Local regulator states ire at HK Express
Hong Kong's Civil Aviation Department (CAD) has expressed irritation with Hong Kong Express Airways' cancellation of 18 flights in early October, citing previous concerns about staff turnover in the low-cost carrier's safety department.
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PICTURE: SilkAir receives its first Boeing 737 Max 8
Singapore Airlines' regional arm SilkAir has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737 Max 8.
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US approves sale of 3,900 SDB IIs for Australia F-35s
The US State Department has approved the sale of 3,900 Raytheon GBU-53/B Small Diameter Bombs Increment II (SDB II) weapons to Australia for use with its Lockheed Martin F-35As.
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China Airlines issues NT$2.1 billion in bonds
China Airlines has issued NT$2.1 billion ($69 million) worth of domestically-issued bonds in two tranches.
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Thai police receive Asia's first H175 helicopters
The Royal Thai Police have become the Asia-Pacific's first operator of the Airbus Helicopters H175 super medium twin rotorcraft.
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ATSB details MH370 captain's simulation of Indian Ocean route
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has published details about data gleaned from the personal flight simulator of MH370 captain Zaharie Shah.
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ATSB final MH370 report calls for more precise flight tracking
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau's (ATSB) final report into Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 calls for flight tracking that is even more precise than the 15-minute position tracking interval called for by ICAO.
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China's J-20 reaches service milestone
The Chengdu J-20 fighter has entered service with the Chinese air force, as reports of emerge of progress with indigenous engines.
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UAC and Comac christen widebody family as CR 929
Russia's United Aircraft has revealed that the new widebody aircraft it will make in conjunction with China's Comac will be called the CR 929 and feature three variants.
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Amadeus confirms 'network issue' as flights delayed
Technology provider Amadeus has acknowledged "disruption to some of our systems" following a "network issue" earlier today.
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Alcohol cited by probe into Shaheen 737 landing accident
Pakistani investigators believe consumption of alcohol prior to flight affected the judgement of a Shaheen Air Boeing 737's captain, prior to the jet's suffering loss of both main landing-gear after touchdown at Lahore.
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AnalysisANALYSIS: Korean carriers' fleets in transition
South Korean airlines have orders and commitments for over 200 new jets in the next few years, accounting for almost two-thirds of their existing fleet.
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AirAsia firms up Inmarsat in-flight broadband deal
AirAsia Group has firmed up a deal with Inmarsat first agreed in April to provide broadband access on its Airbus A320s and A330s through the GX Aviation service.
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Comac C919 completes two hour second flight
Updated with additional details about the flight from a subsequent statement by Comac.
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Viking secures Chinese approval for float-equipped Series 400
Viking Air has secured Chinese approval for its float-equipped Series 400 Twin Otter, opening the door for the Canadian airframer to exploit the growing demand for seaplanes within the country’s commercial, charter and sightseeing communities.
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Boeing and Comac formalise JV for Chinese 737 delivery centre
Boeing and Comac have signed the joint-venture agreement that will underpin the operations of their 737 Max completion centre in Zhoushan, China.
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Malaysia Airlines signs LOI with AerCap for six A330-200s
Malaysia Airlines has signed a letter of intent with AerCap to lease six Airbus A330-200 aircraft that were formerly in service with Air Berlin.
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BAE optimistic about fighter-borne directed energy weapons
The chief technologist of BAE Systems is optimistic about fighter aircraft carrying directed energy weapons in the not-too-distant future, as he also discusses other emergent technologies.