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Malaysia Airlines to resume Kuala Lumpur–Fukuoka flights from 2 Sep 2026 after 20‑year hiatus

Malaysia Airlines will resume scheduled Kuala Lumpur–Fukuoka services on 2 September 2026, operating five weekly rotations with Boeing 737 MAX 8s after a 20‑year pause (last served August 2006). The Oneworld carrier cites “strong and sustained” demand for the route return.

2026-04-02T22:31:14.166284-07:00

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Airbus mulls ATR final‑assembly line in India

2026-04-02T21:46:56.652522-07:00

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Viet Nam’s Bamboo Airways shifts strategy as jet‑fuel costs climb

2026-04-02T19:00:25.113500-07:00

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Malaysia Aviation Group eyes Q4 widebody replacement as profit doubles; fleet stance unchanged amid Middle East crisis

2026-04-02T10:15:46.842941-07:00

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Malaysia Airlines to resume Kuala Lumpur–Fukuoka flights from 2 Sep 2026 after 20‑year hiatus Malaysia Airlines will resume scheduled Kuala Lumpur–Fukuoka services on 2 September 2026, operating five weekly rotations with Boeing 737 MAX 8s after a 20‑year pause (last served August 2006). The Oneworld carrier cites “strong and sustained” demand for the route return.

2026-04-02T22:31:14.166284-07:00

Malaysia Airlines to resume Kuala Lumpur–Fukuoka flights from 2 Sep 2026 after 20‑year hiatus

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HAL revenue up 4.1% to INR323bn as Dhruv and local AL-31FP engine deliveries underpin results Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd reported revenue of INR323 billion for the 12 months ended 31 March, a 4.1% increase, helped by deliveries of the Dhruv Advanced Light Helicopter and two locally produced Saturn AL-31FP engines, even as the company continues to wrestle with supply‑chain challenges.

2026-04-02T22:31:13.937203-07:00

HAL revenue up 4.1% to INR323bn as Dhruv and local AL-31FP engine deliveries underpin results

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Airbus mulls ATR final‑assembly line in India Airbus is considering establishing a final-assembly line for ATR turboprops in India, exploring localisation of production as OEMs expand manufacturing footprints in the country. The company has not disclosed timelines, capacity targets, or partner arrangements; discussions are at an early stage.

2026-04-02T21:46:56.652522-07:00

Airbus mulls ATR final‑assembly line in India

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South Korea’s low-cost carrier t'way Air rebrands as Trinity Airways Shareholders of South Korea’s low-cost carrier t'way Air approved changing the company’s corporate name to Trinity Airways at the annual general meeting on March 31, 2026, with 99.2% support. The vote formalises a corporate rebrand for the Daegu-based carrier.

2026-04-02T20:57:07.590476-07:00

South Korea’s low-cost carrier t'way Air rebrands as Trinity Airways

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Viet Nam’s Bamboo Airways shifts strategy as jet‑fuel costs climb Viet Nam’s Bamboo Airways is shifting its strategic focus as rising jet‑fuel costs force a reassessment of operations. Management says the carrier will reprioritise markets, capacity and commercial plans to limit fuel‑driven cost pressures while monitoring regional supply disruptions and surcharge options.

2026-04-02T19:00:25.113500-07:00

Viet Nam’s Bamboo Airways shifts strategy as jet‑fuel costs climb

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Malaysia Aviation Group eyes Q4 widebody replacement as profit doubles; fleet stance unchanged amid Middle East crisis Malaysia Aviation Group said it will not materially change its operating fleet despite the Middle East conflict, is targeting a fourth‑quarter long‑range widebody replacement order, and reported a doubling of 2025 profit on higher traffic and fleet expansion while flagging a cautious 2026 outlook amid geopolitical risks.

2026-04-02T10:15:46.842941-07:00

Malaysia Aviation Group eyes Q4 widebody replacement as profit doubles; fleet stance unchanged amid Middle East crisis

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India’s business-jet leasing market shifts as operating leases become more common Operating-lease options for business aircraft are increasingly available in India, marking a shift from traditionally finance-heavy transactions. Early signs show lessors offering more flexible, commercial lease structures — a development that may reduce upfront capital barriers and affect fleet access for corporate and charter operators.

2026-04-02T09:41:42.946221-07:00

India’s business-jet leasing market shifts as operating leases become more common

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GCAP awards £686m first international design contract to Edgewing JV The Global Combat Air Programme Agency has awarded a £686 million ($904 million) joint international design and engineering contract to Edgewing JV, marking the programme's first trilateral award to advance development of the next‑generation fighter. Announced 2 April, the deal shifts GCAP into active design work and has prompted wider partner interest.

2026-04-02T04:20:53.455568-07:00

GCAP awards £686m first international design contract to Edgewing JV

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Malaysia Airlines to resume Kuala Lumpur–Fukuoka flights from 2 Sep 2026 after 20‑year hiatus

Airbus mulls ATR final‑assembly line in India

Viet Nam’s Bamboo Airways shifts strategy as jet‑fuel costs climb

Malaysia Aviation Group eyes Q4 widebody replacement as profit doubles; fleet stance unchanged amid Middle East crisis

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