All Asia Pacific articles – Page 75
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NewsHAL secures GA-ASI, helicopter deals at Aero India show
Indian airframer Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) has announced several deals at the Aero India show in Bengaluru.
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NewsCathay hits million-passenger mark in January as recovery continues apace
Cathay Pacific carried more than a million passengers in January – for the first time in almost three years – as the airline works to increase capacity “as much as possible” in the coming months following the easing of travel restrictions.
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NewsAirAsia Aviation units ramp up capacity to ‘integral’ China market
AirAsia Aviation units are set to increase capacity into Mainland China, more than a month after Beijing scrapped most of its ‘zero-Covid’ travel restrictions.
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NewsHAL eyes other export deals after Malaysia Tejas disappointment
Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) has been edged out of a Malaysian deal for 18 Fighter Lead-in Trainers (FLITs), but is pursuing several other international opportunities.
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NewsAir India A350 order will include early deliveries of former Aeroflot -900s
Air India is to take six Airbus A350-900s which were originally allocated to Aeroflot, before sanctions prevented further deliveries to the Russian flag-carrier. The -900s will be delivered towards the end of this year, part of an agreement for 40 A350s unveiled by the Indian operator. Aeroflot had 16 A350-900s ...
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NewsBoeing eyes strong aviation market growth in India
Boeing expects strong growth in South Asia’s passenger aircraft and freighter fleet over the next twenty years, according to its new Commercial Market Outlook for India.
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NewsAsia-Pacific carriers beef up international flights
Asia-Pacific carriers continue to add to their long-haul networks as the region’s air travel recovery continues.
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NewsEmbraer, Lockheed Martin eye Indian medium transport tender
An Indian air force requirement for a new medium transport aircraft has attracted the interest of Embraer and Lockheed Martin, with the former bringing a C-390 Millennium at the show, marking the type’s maiden Aero India appearance.
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NewsAir India resumes direct Mumbai-JFK service as large order beckons
Air India has resumed its non-stop service between Mumbai and New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, as reports suggest a major order is pending.
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NewsRex to lease two more 737s
Australia’s Regional Express (Rex) will further expand its Boeing 737-800 fleet this year, after signing a letter of intent to lease two more examples.
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NewsHAL unveils new lead-in fighter trainer concept
Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) is showcasing a new Hindustan Lead in Fighter Trainer (HLFT-42) concept at Aero India, which is optimised to train pilots for future twin-engined fighters of the Indian air force.
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NewsHAL finalises 13t helicopter design to replace Mi-17s
Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) is moving ahead with its Indian Multi-Role Helicopter (IMRH) programme.
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NewsVirgin Atlantic calls time on Pakistan routes
Virgin Atlantic is to end its services to Pakistan this summer, routes the UK carrier had begun serving during the pandemic.
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NewsVirgin Australia leases cargo facility in Tasmania
Virgin Australia has signed a 10-year lease for a new cargo facility at Launceston airport in Tasmania, in its first major cargo-related announcement since exiting administration in 2020.
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NewsJapan’s Skymark Airlines returns to nine-month profit
Skymark Airlines returned to profitability in its nine-month earnings, buoyed by a return of leisure domestic travel demand.
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PodcastAirline Business Podcast: Do airline failures belie brighter outlook?
Graham and Lewis discuss the recent collapses of European carriers Flybe and Flyr, asking whether those developments belie a much brighter outlook for the industry in 2023.
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NewsAsia-Pacific air forces power up for Turkey HADR mission
Transport aircraft operated by Asia-Pacific nations have played a key role in funnelling material support and rescue personnel to earthquake-hit Turkey.
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Airline BusinessInvestors see value in airlines as 2023 outlook improves
Our latest airline share-price tracker reflects positive sentiment towards an industry that has plenty of reasons for optimism heading towards the northern hemisphere summer.
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NewsUSA clears sale of 1,000 JDAM kits for Singapore
The US government has approved a possible $55 million sale of Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) kits to Singapore.
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NewsSIA, Vietnam Airlines eye commercial cooperation
Singapore Airlines and Vietnam Airlines are looking to deepen their relationship, following the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on commercial collaboration.