FlightGlobalAlfred Chua

AirAsia X hikes fares and trims network as Middle East conflict drives fuel‑price shock

By FlightGlobal: AirAsia X has raised its fares and fuel surcharge as it tackles the impact of conflict in the Middle East, which has led to soaring fuel prices. Airline founder and advisor Tony Fernandes says AirAsia X will undertake three measures in the near term, including cutting costs, increasing fares and trimming capacity.

2026-04-06T00:05:59.970082-07:00
Leeham News

Boeing’s Clean‑Sheet Cycle: Why a New Large Airliner Could Be ~30 Years After the 787

By Leeham News: Subscription Required Open to All Readers By Scott Hamilton Background April 6, 2026, © Leeham News: Depending on what starting point you want to choose, it will be about 30 years between brand new, clean sheet airplane designs at The Boeing Co.

2026-04-06T00:26:47.687384-07:00
Leeham News

Leeham News — Brian Yutko archive: Boeing, NMA/MOM and new mid‑market aircraft (April 2026)

By Leeham News: Subscription Required Open to All Readers By Scott Hamilton Background April 6, 2026, © Leeham News: Depending on what starting point you want to choose, it will be about 30 years between brand new, clean sheet airplane designs… Read More Leave a Comment Posted on April 6, 2026 by Scott Hamilton Boeing, MOM, New Lite Twin, New Midmarket Aircraft, NLT, NMA Brian Yutko, David Calhoun, Dennis.

2026-04-06T00:26:48.136864-07:00
Airline WeeklyGordon Smith, Jay Shabat

Why Mainland China’s ‘Big Three’ Airlines Have Struggled for Six Years as East Asia Sees Red‑Hot Premium Demand

By Airline Weekly: While carriers across East Asia thrive on red-hot premium demand, Mainland China’s 'Big Three' have struggled for six straight years.

2026-04-05T22:06:06.351098-07:00