Asia Pacific – Page 58
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News‘A new beginning’: Comac C919 enters commercial service
Comac’s C919 narrowbody has officially entered commercial service with launch customer China Eastern Airlines, less than half a year since the carrier took delivery its first aircraft.
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NewsGo First extends grounding once again
Grounded Indian carrier Go First has once again extended its suspension of flights, cancelling all flights until 28 May.
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NewsChina Eastern schedules C919 commercial debut on 28 May
China Eastern Airlines appears set to operate the first commercial flight of the Comac C919 twinjet in the coming days, some five months after taking delivery of the aircraft.
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NewsIndonesian Aerospace foresees local market for 120 N219s
Indonesian Aerospace is upbeat about the commercial and military prospects for its 19-seater N219 turboprop.
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NewsAsiana passenger reportedly opens A321 emergency exit during approach to Daegu
One of Asiana Airlines’ Airbus A321s has apparently been involved in an in-flight incident during which a passenger exit door was opened just prior to touchdown at Daegu. Video images circulating on social media show passengers seated next to the open exit being subjected to strong airstreams. Korean media reports ...
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NewsBoeing, Malaysian regulator to collaborate on better air traffic management
Boeing and Malaysia’s civil aviation authority have signed an agreement aimed at bringing greater efficiency to the country’s air traffic system.
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NewsMalaysia’s Weststar orders five AW139s
Malaysian helicopter operator Weststar Aviation has placed an order for five Leonardo AW139 intermediate twins in an offshore configuration.
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NewsAirAsia Thailand foresees capacity growth to Mainland China
The AirAsia Group has signalled its ambition to increase capacity to China, including an agreement with the Chinese city of Fuzhou.
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NewsMalaysia signs contracts for FA-50s, ATR 72MP MPAs, UH-60s
Malaysia’s government has signed a series of defence contracts, including for new maritime patrol aircraft, helicopters, and light combat aircraft. The aviation-related contracts are among 43 defence deals valued at a total of MYR10.1 billion ($2.2 billion), according to the Malaysian defence ministry. Source: Leonardo The contract signing ...
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NewsMalaysia regional carrier SKS Airways commits to ten E195-E2s
Malaysian regional operator SKS Airways has committed to taking 10 Embraer E195-E2 regional jets from lessor Azorra, making it the type’s first operator in Southeast Asia.
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NewsVietjet eyes more A330s, hints at long-haul expansion
Vietjet has disclosed plans to take delivery of at least three more Airbus A330s, as part of a fleet and network ramp-up this year.
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NewsEmbraer upbeat on E2 prospects in reviving Asia-Pacific airline market
Embraer is increasingly optimistic about E-Jet sales in the competitive Asia-Pacific market, as it continues work on its possible turboprop offering.
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NewsMalaysia’s MYAirline eyes new routes, fleet growth
Malaysian low-cost start-up MYAirline is enjoying strong load factors as it contemplates new international routes and fleet growth.
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NewsAirAsia X to raise MYR50 million for fleet reactivation
AirAsia X is looking to raise up to MYR50 million ($10.9 million) through share placements, which it will use for the reactivation and maintenance of its fleet.
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NewsMD Helicopters eyes more Asia-Pacific MD530 sales
MD Helicopters is hoping for a follow-on sale of MD530s in Malaysia, as it eyes growth in the broader Asia-Pacific region.
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NewsTokyo eyes international sales for UH-2 helicopter
Tokyo is promoting the Bell Subaru UH-2 utility helicopter for the export market, as the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) gradually builds its fleet of the type.
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NewsChina Airlines mulling ‘feasibility’ of Kaohsiung hub: president
China Airlines will study the “feasibility” of a second hub at the southern Taiwanese city of Kaohsiung, amid growing travel demand post-pandemic.
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NewsChina promotes armed WJ-700, airborne EW kits at Langkawi show
Chinese companies are promoting a range of systems for developing nations, including an armed China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC) WJ-700 unmanned air vehicle (UAV) and electronic warfare (EW) kits for helicopters and aircraft.
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NewsChina’s August 1st team debuts new J-10Cs at LIMA show
China’s August 1st display team has made its first public performance using the Chengdu J-10C fighter powered by an indigenous engine.
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NewsQantas forecasts bumper annual profit amid strong travel demand
Qantas expects a record full-year profit on the back of “continued strong travel demand”, and as fuel costs and supply chain issues begin to moderate.