Airlines
Malaysia Reaffirms US$19 Billion Boeing Deal to Boost Trade, Aviation Sector
Malaysia will buy 26 Boeing aircraft in two phases, strengthening bilateral trade and enhancing its aviation sectors.
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Airlines
Malaysia Airlines Soars Back to Profit with Premium Pivot and Global Partnerships
Malaysia Airlines has transformed into a premium carrier through strategic changes, fleet renewal, and global partnerships, returning to profitability in 2023.
Air Travel
Solo Travel Surges in Malaysia as 94% Plan Independent Trips, Says Scoot Survey
Scoot survey finds 94% of Malaysians plan solo travel, driven by self-discovery, flexibility, and focus on personal well-being.
Air Travel
Fuel Switch Mystery: Air India Crash Report Reveals Pilots Denied Cutting Engine Power
India's AAIB reported Air India Flight 171's crash was due to fuel control switches transitioning to "CUTOFF," causing rapid altitude loss, killing 260.
Airlines
Sarawak May Become The Assembly Hub VoltAero Hybrid Aircraft
Sarawak to host VoltAero hybrid aircraft assembly, with training, tech transfer, and Asia-Pacific distribution under new France-Malaysia deal.
Air Travel
Scoot Broadens Reach in Southeast Asia with Da Nang, Kota Bharu and Nha Trang
Flights to Da Nang, Kota Bharu and Nha Trang will commence progressively from October to November 2025. More flights will be added to cities…
Air Travel
Malaysia Aviation Group orders 20 more Airbus A330neo widebodies
Malaysia Aviation Group orders 20 additional A330-900 aircraft, doubling its fleet to 40, enhancing operational efficiency and passenger comfort.
Air Travel
Scoot Commences Inaugural Flight to Vienna
TR710 making its arrival into Vienna International Airport with a customary water cannon salute
Air Travel
Boeing Faces Renewed Scrutiny After Fatal Air India 787 Dreamliner Crash
Air India Flight AI171 crashed shortly after takeoff, raising safety concerns for Boeing and resulting in significant fatalities.
Airlines
Indonesian Air Force’s First A400M Rolls Out in Spain, Set for Delivery in 2025
First A400M for Indonesian Air Force rolls out in Spain, set for delivery in 2025, enhancing airlift and refueling capabilities.
Air Travel
Vietnam Airlines to Finalize Boeing 737 MAX Order, Eyes 100 New Jets by 2035
Vietnam Airlines plans to finalize an order for 50 Boeing 737 MAX jets as part of expanding its fleet to 100 by 2035.
Airbus
Airbus opens new office in Putrajaya, strengthening presence in Malaysia
Airbus is the leading helicopter provider in Malaysia, with 93 helicopters, including 12 H225Ms in service.
Airlines
SIA Posts Record S$2.78B Profit Amid Merger Gains, Competition Challenges
Singapore Airlines (SIA) reported a record net profit of S$2.78 billion for the year ending March 31, 2025, up from S$2.68 billion, driven by…
Air Travel
Qatar Airways to Counter Tariffs with Spares Stockpile, Eyes Airbus Fleet Focus
Qatar Airways counters tariffs with spares stockpile, plans Airbus A320 focus, and maintains stable ticket prices amid robust demand.
Airlines
1974 Pan Am Tragedy in Bali: A Look Back
Pan Am flight 812, en route from Hong Kong to Los Angeles, via Bali, Sydney, Nadi, and Honolulu, crashed into a mountain 37 miles…
Airlines
Myanmar Airways International Joins AirAsia MOVE
AirAsia MOVE partners with Myanmar Airways International, expanding travel options across 35 destinations while offering exclusive fares to promote Myanmar as a travel destination.