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Vietnam braces for Jet A‑1 shortage from April as Middle East tensions disrupt supply

Vietnam's civil aviation sector is preparing for a possible Jet A‑1 shortage starting in April after Middle East tensions disrupted supply and drove prices sharply higher. Regulators and carriers are monitoring stock levels and assessing contingency options to limit operational impact.

2026-03-12T03:13:40.789220-07:00

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ANA rolls out premium cabin refresh — BAKUNE recovery wear, FRANZI R‑PET amenity kits and wider cabin upgrades

2026-03-12T02:38:56.319129-07:00

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IndiGo restarts 787 long‑haul services to nine Middle East cities and select Europe routes amid Gulf tensions

2026-03-11T21:48:58.689604-07:00

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Undisclosed Asia‑Pacific carrier signs for three refurbished De Havilland Dash 8‑400s

2026-03-11T14:08:41.630504-07:00

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Vietnam braces for Jet A‑1 shortage from April as Middle East tensions disrupt supply Vietnam's civil aviation sector is preparing for a possible Jet A‑1 shortage starting in April after Middle East tensions disrupted supply and drove prices sharply higher. Regulators and carriers are monitoring stock levels and assessing contingency options to limit operational impact.

2026-03-12T03:13:40.789220-07:00

Vietnam braces for Jet A‑1 shortage from April as Middle East tensions disrupt supply

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ANA rolls out premium cabin refresh — BAKUNE recovery wear, FRANZI R‑PET amenity kits and wider cabin upgrades All Nippon Airways is refreshing international premium cabins: TENTIAL’s BAKUNE recovery wear returns to First Class from April, while new FRANZI leather amenity kits (using recycled polyester) and DECORTÉ/CULTI MILANO skincare will outfit first- and business-class. ANA says it will explore further cabin upgrades, including medium‑haul routes.

2026-03-12T02:38:56.319129-07:00

ANA rolls out premium cabin refresh — BAKUNE recovery wear, FRANZI R‑PET amenity kits and wider cabin upgrades

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Hanwha begins mass production of domestically developed anti‑tank missile for KAI LAH Hanwha Aerospace is starting full‑scale mass production of a locally developed anti‑tank missile for Korea Aerospace Industries’ Light Armed Helicopter (LAH). The program advances South Korea’s push to field indigenous precision‑attack munitions for rotary‑wing platforms and strengthen the domestic defense industrial base.

2026-03-12T01:40:16.688800-07:00

Hanwha begins mass production of domestically developed anti‑tank missile for KAI LAH

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IndiGo restarts 787 long‑haul services to nine Middle East cities and select Europe routes amid Gulf tensions IndiGo will resume Boeing 787 long‑haul services and restart scheduled flights to nine Middle East cities and select European routes from March 12, 2026. The carrier says it is coordinating with authorities to ensure safe operations and is contacting affected passengers amid the Iran–Israel conflict.

2026-03-11T21:48:58.689604-07:00

IndiGo restarts 787 long‑haul services to nine Middle East cities and select Europe routes amid Gulf tensions

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STARLUX to lease eight Airbus A321neo to expand narrowbody fleet Taiwan's STARLUX will lease eight Airbus A321neo aircraft to expand its narrowbody fleet. The move increases the carrier's single-aisle capacity as it grows operations. Details on the lessor, delivery schedule and financial terms were not publicly disclosed.

2026-03-11T21:03:45.560502-07:00

STARLUX to lease eight Airbus A321neo to expand narrowbody fleet

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Air Premia reverts to single chief executive, ends co‑CEO experiment South Korea's Air Premia has ended its co‑CEO arrangement and reverted to a single chief executive, consolidating executive authority. The move replaces the brief co‑leadership model with a sole CEO, marking a clear governance reset at the carrier.

2026-03-11T16:53:28.073509-07:00

Air Premia reverts to single chief executive, ends co‑CEO experiment

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Asia Pacific Airlines seeks traffic rights for Hong Kong and Manila Guam-based Asia Pacific Airlines has applied for traffic rights to Hong Kong and Manila, seeking authority to operate scheduled services connecting Guam with two major Asia‑Pacific gateways. The filings initiate the regulatory process that must be completed before any routes are launched.

2026-03-11T15:23:49.862675-07:00

Asia Pacific Airlines seeks traffic rights for Hong Kong and Manila

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Undisclosed Asia‑Pacific carrier signs for three refurbished De Havilland Dash 8‑400s De Havilland Aircraft of Canada has signed a purchase agreement with an undisclosed Asia‑Pacific carrier for three manufacturer‑refurbished Dash 8‑400 turboprops. The sale follows recent factory‑overhauled Q400 deliveries and highlights continued regional demand for used, OEM‑refurbished turboprops.

2026-03-11T14:08:41.630504-07:00

Undisclosed Asia‑Pacific carrier signs for three refurbished De Havilland Dash 8‑400s

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Vietnam braces for Jet A‑1 shortage from April as Middle East tensions disrupt supply

ANA rolls out premium cabin refresh — BAKUNE recovery wear, FRANZI R‑PET amenity kits and wider cabin upgrades

IndiGo restarts 787 long‑haul services to nine Middle East cities and select Europe routes amid Gulf tensions

Undisclosed Asia‑Pacific carrier signs for three refurbished De Havilland Dash 8‑400s

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