All Asia Pacific articles – Page 57
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NewsEmbraer, Nidec electric propulsion joint venture gets regulatory nod
Nidec Aerospace, the electric propulsion joint venture between Embraer and Japanese electric motor specialist Nidec, has secured regulatory approvals to commence operations, as it targets mass production of electric propulsion systems by 2026.
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NewsIndonesian late payments continue to dog KF-21 programme
Despite periodic remarks that KF-21 payment issues have been resolved, Jakarta remains tardy with its share of development funding.
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NewsBoeing signs civil aviation pact with Indonesia, as it opens new Jakarta office
Airframer’s opening of a new Jakarta office follows Indonesia’s August commitment for 24 F-15EX fighters.
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NewsCargo players see ‘bright spots’ in Asia, despite geopolitical ‘surprises’
Despite a softer cargo market, industry players say there is still growth potential in areas such as e-commerce, despite “surprises” from the uncertain geopolitical environment.
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NewsAAPA flags costs, supply chain challenges, as travel boom lifts recovery
The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) has warned of challenges posed by ongoing supply chain issues and rising costs, amid “resilient” travel demand boosted by tourism growth.
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NewsIndian air force receives first Tejas trainer from HAL
India’s air force has taken delivery of its first two-seat trainer example of the Tejas light combat aircraft (LCA) from Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL).
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NewsCebu Pacific engineering head sees OEMs making no progress on spares
The engineering chief of Philippine low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific Air sees little sign of improvement in the availability of aircraft spare parts.
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NewsBrunei start-up Gallop Air targets Q3 2024 launch in search for investors, partners
China-backed Bruneian start-up Gallop Air is hoping to launch services in the third-quarter of 2024, as it looks to find backers and “local partners” – in addition to securing its air operator’s certificate (AOC).
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NewsSingapore safety report warns about implications of climate change for pilots
Climate change will see a higher risk of more extreme conditions, similar to those that confronted the crew of an SIA 777-300ER that declared a fuel emergency and was unsuccessful at its first three landing attempts at Batam Airport.
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NewsSIA 777 made missed approach, two go-arounds after declaring fuel emergency
A Singapore Airlines Boeing 777-300ER landed very low on fuel after declaring ‘Mayday Fuel’ and aborting three attempted landings at a diversion airport in Indonesia.
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NewsThailand’s Nok Air widens annual loss as rising fuel costs bite
Thai low-cost operator Nok Air widened its full-year net loss in 2022 despite a significant increase in passenger travel revenue, as the carrier was hit with a heftier fuel bill.
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NewsTeleport signs interline agreement with China’s SF Airlines
Malaysia-based air logistics firm Teleport has signed a bilateral interline agreement with Chinese cargo operator SF Airlines.
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NewsANA terminates United, Lufthansa cargo joint ventures
All Nippon Airways has suspended separate cargo joint-venture contracts with United Airlines and Lufthansa, as it restructures its cargo business.
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NewsJAL delays A350-1000 flagship service entry, as new cabin products unveiled
Japan Airlines has pushed back the launch of Airbus A350-1000 operations, blaming supply chain “disruptions” for late delivery of aircraft components.
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NewsCathay Pacific formally signs for 32 more A320neo-family aircraft
Cathay Pacific has formally signed for 32 Airbus A321neo and A320neo twinjets, having previously indicated that it would exercise options for the type. The Hong Kong-based carrier states that the agreement is worth around $4.66 billion at catalogue prices, but that it has negotiated “significant” concessions. Delivery of the additional ...
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NewsVistara adds new Frankfurt service, as SriLankan sets up first interline partnership
Asia-Pacific carriers continue to add to their international networks, announcing new destinations and partnerships.
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NewsChina Eastern, China Southern eye double-holiday traffic dividends
China Eastern Airlines and China Southern Airlines are set to ramp up flying across both domestic and international networks in anticipation of an influx of holiday travellers, as domestic capacity climbs well above pre-pandemic levels.
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NewsJet Airways to launch in 2024 after fresh equity infusion
Jet Airways aims to relaunch operations in 2024 – five years after its high-profile collapse – following the completion of fresh equity infusion from parent company, the Jalan-Kalrock consortium.
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NewsBrisbane Wellcamp airprox event sees operators update procedures
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau has labeled a 2021 loss of separation between a Saab 340B and Beechcraft King Air 200 as a serious incident.
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NewsEmbraer looks to shore up MRO presence in Southeast Asia with SIAEC
Embraer is looking to expand MRO support for its E-Jet E2 family aircraft in Asia-Pacific, following recent commitments from operators in the region.