All Asia Pacific articles – Page 169
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Vietnam restricts domestic capacity as pandemic worsens
Vietnam has restricted the number of seats on flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi — a major domestic route — amid the resurgence of coronavirus infections in the country.
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Thailand extends financial aid to airlines amid record Covid-19 surge
Thailand has extended financial measures to help its carriers to weather the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
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China’s aviation fixed asset investments rise, as domestic recovery continues
The Chinese aviation industry saw fixed asset investments for the half year rise, as the country’s domestic air travel sector continue to recover.
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UAM players optimistic about Asia-Pac prospects, despite lack of big orders
While the Asia-Pacific region has not seen a headline order for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft similar to Europe or the Americas, two major UAM players say they remain committed to the market, one which they say is filled with opportunities.
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Finnair steps into long-haul leisure routes from Stockholm
Oneworld alliance carrier Finnair is to branch into long-haul operations from the Swedish capital Stockholm, operating to destinations in the USA and Thailand. The airline will operate Airbus A350-900s on the services to Miami, Bangkok and Phuket during the winter season. It is stepping into the main base of SAS ...
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Beijing eyes networked approach for AEW&C mission
Beijing foresees a series of networked platforms performing the future airborne early warning & control (AEW&C) mission, as opposed to relying solely on dedicated assets.
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China warms to lifting 737 Max grounding: Report
China is reportedly a step closer to returning the Boeing 737 Max to service, after grounding the type for more than two years following two fatal crashes.
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After dismal year, HKIA eyes third runway, Zhuhai collaboration
Hong Kong International airport (HKIA) saw passenger volume drop 98.6% to just 800,000 passengers in its 2020/21 fiscal year to 31 March, but remains on track to complete its third runway as it works on closer collaboration with nearby Zhuhai airport.
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Australian Army receives two CH-47F Chinooks
The Australian Army has taken delivery of two Boeing CH-47F helicopters, the first of four obtained under a recently approved acquisition.
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Garuda pilots applied dual pitch input before ATR’s bounced excursion
Pilots of a Garuda Indonesia ATR 72-600 applied dual pitch inputs just before the turboprop touched down on its nose-gear at Ende, bounced to the left, and touched down again on the runway shoulder before the crew diverted to Labuan Bajo. The aircraft’s approach to Ende’s runway 27 had been ...
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‘Phuket Sandbox’ expected to net 100,000 tourists by end-September
Thailand expects around 100,000 tourists to visit the popular island of Phuket — under the quarantine-free ‘Phuket Sandbox’ scheme — for the three months ending 30 September, as it reiterated its commitment to reopening the rest of the country to tourists in the coming months.
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Avalon 2021 still set for November: organiser
Australia’s Avalon 2021 air show is still scheduled to go ahead from 30 November to 3 December, even if foreign visitors are unable to attend the show.
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Vietnam Airlines signs $87 million loan agreement with SeABank
Vietnam Airlines has signed a credit contract with Vietnam’s Southeast Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank for up to D2 trillion ($87 million).
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India permits carriers to fly 65% of pre-Covid domestic levels
India’s Ministry of Civil Aviation has issued a new order allowing airlines to raise domestic flight capacity to 65% of pre-Covid levels, up from 50% in June.
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Vietnam limits Ho Chi Minh City flights to curb new outbreak
Vietnam is suspending various domestic routes to and from Ho Chi Minh City to stem a recent Covid-19 spike in its capital.
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‘Enormous turbulence’ pushes Changi Airport Group to full-year loss
Singapore’s Changi Airport Group (CAG) swung to the red in its annual financial results, as it felt the “enormous turbulence” wrought by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Japanese consortium opens new Ulaanbaatar airport
The New Ulaanbaatar International airport, also known as Chinggis Khaan International airport, officially opened on 4 July under the management of a Japanese-led consortium.
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Indonesia AirAsia suspends all flights as tightened restrictions kick in
Indonesia AirAsia will suspend all scheduled flights across its network for a month, as Indonesia tightens restrictions on the islands of Bali and Java to curb the spread of coronavirus.
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Sydney Airport receives A$22.3 billion takeover offer
A group of infrastructure investors have launched a A$22.3 billion ($16.7 billion) takeover bid for the operator of Sydney Airport, in what could be Australia’s largest acquisition deal this year.
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Jetstar Japan names new chairman
Jetstar Japan has appointed Nick McGlynn as its new chairman, replacing Yasuhiro Nakamura, who retired on 30 June.