Air Travel
Malaysia Boots Out 25,568 Foreigners in 2024 Crackdown on Invalid Entries
Malaysia deports 25,568 foreigners in 2024 for invalid entry, led by India, Bangladesh; cites fake documents, insufficient funds.
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CAAM: No fines for passengers who stand before the seatbelt indicator light is off
The CAAM will not impose fines for standing before seatbelt indicators, citing sufficient passenger compliance and safety.
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Global Air Travel to Hit Record 4.99 Billion Passengers in 2025 Despite Trade Tensions
The International Air Transport Association (Iata) projects a record 4.99 billion air travelers in 2025, a 4% increase from 2024, though lower than the…
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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.
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Thai Airways Shelves US Direct Flights, Focuses on Airline Partnerships
Thai Airways will not resume US flights despite improved safety ratings, focusing instead on partnerships to attract American tourists.
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Americans Plan More Summer Travel in 2025 but Slash Budgets, Favoring Frugal Choices
Americans plan more 2025 summer trips but cut budgets, favoring driving, domestic travel, and fewer in-destination experiences.
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Scoot Boosts Flights to Bali, Seoul, and More for 2025 Travel Surge
Scoot increases flights to Bali, Seoul, Taipei, Perth, and Yogyakarta, using Airbus A321, starting March 2025 for travel demand.
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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.
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Crack down on those abusing Malaysia-China visa free rules
Minister Tiong King Sing defends Malaysia’s 90-day visa for Chinese, emphasizing economic benefits while calling for better enforcement against misuse.
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Sultan Azlan Shah Airport Upgraded, Boosts Capacity by 40%
Ipoh's LTSAS upgraded, increasing passenger capacity to 700,000, enhancing terminal space and efficiency.
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Malaysia Aviation Group Eyes Faster Boeing Deliveries Amid US-China Trade War Slot Opportunities
Malaysia Aviation Group seeks earlier Boeing deliveries due to US-China trade war, faces competition, plans widebody fleet expansion by 2035.
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Heathrow Airport fire forces the closure of Europe’s busiest airport
The London Fire Brigade deployed 70 firefighters and 10 fire engines to tackle the Heathrow Airport inferno, evacuating 150 people and leaving thousands of…
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ADIA-Led Consortium Moves to Privatize MAHB in $4.2 Billion Deal, Reshaping Malaysia’s Aviation Landscape
ADIA-Led Consortium Moves to Privatize MAHB in $4.2 Billion Deal, Reshaping Malaysia's Aviation Landscape
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News Analysis: GDA Consortium’s Privatization Bid for MAHB
GDA Consortium aims to privatize Malaysia Airports, adjusting terms despite opposition, emphasizing strategic benefits and capital investments.
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KLIA Aerotrain Project Faces Further Delays Despite Earlier Promises of Completion by January
The delays KLIA Aerotrain come amidst mounting frustration, with Loke emphasizing the need for Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) to expedite progress.
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Wee wants Madani to investigate sale of MAHB shares by the EPF
Dr Wee urges a probe into EPF’s 2023 MAHB share sale, citing public fund losses from questionable transactions.