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Bangkok Airways to invest THB 2 billion (USD 60 million) in U-Tapao International Airport growth

Bangkok Airways will invest THB 2 billion (USD 60 million) to take part in a capital increase at associate U-Tapao International Aviation Co., Ltd. The funding underscores the airline’s direct stake in expanding capacity and capabilities at Thailand’s U-Tapao airport hub.

2026-06-29T23:28:39.844931-07:00

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South Korea’s Parata Air cuts pay amid liquidity strain

2026-06-29T19:13:17.581511-07:00

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Qantas to expand Melbourne–Tokyo (Narita) capacity for summer peak, adding 45,000+ seats across Japan and New Zealand

2026-06-29T06:55:35.219583-07:00

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IATA shows May 2026 air cargo demand up 6% YoY as transpac trade lifts volumes; China Southern Air Cargo books 2 B777-200Fs and

2026-06-29T02:40:18.050748-07:00

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Bangkok Airways to invest THB 2 billion (USD 60 million) in U-Tapao International Airport growth Bangkok Airways will invest THB 2 billion (USD 60 million) to take part in a capital increase at associate U-Tapao International Aviation Co., Ltd. The funding underscores the airline’s direct stake in expanding capacity and capabilities at Thailand’s U-Tapao airport hub.

2026-06-29T23:28:39.844931-07:00

Bangkok Airways to invest THB 2 billion (USD 60 million) in U-Tapao International Airport growth

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South Korea’s Parata Air cuts pay amid liquidity strain South Korea’s Parata Air is cutting pay as the carrier faces liquidity pressure, according to a report on the operator’s financial situation. The move signals cost-reduction actions amid near-term funding constraints and potential operational risk from continued cash strain.

2026-06-29T19:13:17.581511-07:00

South Korea’s Parata Air cuts pay amid liquidity strain

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China–Russia joint air patrol over the East China Sea includes J-16 fighters escorting H-6K and Tu-95 bombers as US/Japanese int A Sino-Russian bomber patrol over the East China Sea involved J-16 fighters escorting H-6K and Tu-95 strategic bombers, with tankers and other support aircraft participating. US and Japanese fighters intercepted the formation, underscoring persistent maritime-air activity and regional response patterns.

2026-06-29T10:25:56.872379-07:00

China–Russia joint air patrol over the East China Sea includes J-16 fighters escorting H-6K and Tu-95 bombers as US/Japanese int

AeroTime

Qantas to expand Melbourne–Tokyo (Narita) capacity for summer peak, adding 45,000+ seats across Japan and New Zealand Qantas will increase Melbourne–Tokyo (Narita) services to 11 flights per week during the December–March peak, running from December 2 through March 27, 2027. The airline is also adding more than 45,000 seats across its Tasman network, lifting capacity to Japan and New Zealand to match growing travel demand.

2026-06-29T06:55:35.219583-07:00

Qantas to expand Melbourne–Tokyo (Narita) capacity for summer peak, adding 45,000+ seats across Japan and New Zealand

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COMAC limits Airbus A220 and A320neo-family “crossover” momentum in China: 1,000 A220 and 500 A220 E2 orders—with zero Chinese a China has not taken either the Airbus A220 or its E2 variant, despite a combined 1,000 A220 and 500 A220 E2 order book. The cluster points to COMAC as the central driver—though with nuance—highlighting how China’s domestic OEM ecosystem shapes airline fleet decisions.

2026-06-29T05:55:31.763688-07:00

COMAC limits Airbus A220 and A320neo-family “crossover” momentum in China: 1,000 A220 and 500 A220 E2 orders—with zero Chinese a

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Vietjet seeks Australian regulatory approval to launch a domestic airline operation, challenging the Qantas–Virgin Australia duo Vietnamese low-cost carrier Vietjet is seeking regulatory approval to establish an Australian airline and operate domestic services. If approved, it would be the first international carrier to enter Australia’s domestic market in more than a decade, directly challenging the Qantas and Virgin Australia incumbents.

2026-06-29T05:41:57.880586-07:00

Vietjet seeks Australian regulatory approval to launch a domestic airline operation, challenging the Qantas–Virgin Australia duo

AeroTime

China and Russia conduct 11th joint strategic bomber patrol over the Pacific, prompting Japanese and South Korean intercepts China and Russia flew their 11th joint strategic air patrol featuring bombers, fighters, tankers and support aircraft across the Pacific, drawing Japanese and South Korean interceptors. The mission signals continued PLA–Russian operational cooperation and sustained activity over regional waters and lanes.

2026-06-29T04:26:09.923266-07:00

China and Russia conduct 11th joint strategic bomber patrol over the Pacific, prompting Japanese and South Korean intercepts

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Philippine Airlines to restart nonstop Manila–Dubai service from Oct. 2, 2026 with four weekly flights Philippine Airlines will resume nonstop flights between Manila and Dubai starting Oct. 2, 2026, restoring direct service between the Philippines and one of the Middle East’s principal travel and commercial hubs. The route will launch with four weekly flights.

2026-06-29T03:27:51.135097-07:00

Philippine Airlines to restart nonstop Manila–Dubai service from Oct. 2, 2026 with four weekly flights

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Bangkok Airways to invest THB 2 billion (USD 60 million) in U-Tapao International Airport growth

South Korea’s Parata Air cuts pay amid liquidity strain

Qantas to expand Melbourne–Tokyo (Narita) capacity for summer peak, adding 45,000+ seats across Japan and New Zealand

IATA shows May 2026 air cargo demand up 6% YoY as transpac trade lifts volumes; China Southern Air Cargo books 2 B777-200Fs and

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