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Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights

A fire at an electrical substation near Heathrow Airport has caused a significant power outage, leading to the full-day closure of one of the world's busiest hubs. Over 120 flights were diverted, affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers and raising concerns about contingency planning.

2025-03-20T20:25:54.605790-07:00

GE Aerospace

Thai Airways Expands Fleet with 45 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, Chooses GE GEnx-1B Engines

2024-02-19T22:56:46.497060-08:00

FlightGlobal

SAS to Transition from Star Alliance to SkyTeam by August End

2024-04-08T01:38:32.462273-07:00

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Delta, United, and British Airways Suspend Tel Aviv Flights Amid Middle East Tensions

2024-07-31T12:12:57.812301-07:00

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CNBC

Thai Airways to Boost India and Southeast Asia Frequencies, Positions Bangkok as Regional Hub Thai Airways said it will ramp up flight frequencies to India and neighboring Southeast Asian markets, bolstering Bangkok’s role as a regional hub. CEO Chai Eamsiri cited a surge in passenger demand as the impetus for the network expansion.

2025-06-04T21:16:40.813234-07:00

Thai Airways to Boost India and Southeast Asia Frequencies, Positions Bangkok as Regional Hub

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Airlines avoid Pakistan airspace after India’s pre-dawn missile strikes Following India’s pre-dawn Operation Sindoor missile strikes on terror targets in Pakistan, major carriers including Air India, Emirates and Malaysia Airlines have suspended flights to northern cities and diverted routes around Pakistan. The detours have extended flying hours between Europe, the Middle East and Asia, emptying northern airspace.

2025-05-06T20:34:44.860898-07:00

Airlines avoid Pakistan airspace after India’s pre-dawn missile strikes

Aviation Week

Thai Airways Partners with Kansas Modification Center for 777 Freighter Conversion Thai Airways has joined forces with Kansas Modification Center to develop passenger-to-freighter (P2F) conversion capabilities for Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. This strategic move positions Thai Airways to expand its cargo operations, leveraging the growing demand for air freight services.

2025-04-28T04:56:50.950410-07:00

Thai Airways Partners with Kansas Modification Center for 777 Freighter Conversion

nationthailand.com

Thai Airways' Layoffs Legally Justified, Court Confirms The court ruling upholding Thai Airways' 2021 employee termination underscores the airline's adherence to lawful practices during its restructuring phase. This decision could influence the company’s restructuring strategies and labor relations as it navigates its financial recovery.

2025-04-27T01:36:09.651691-07:00

Thai Airways' Layoffs Legally Justified, Court Confirms

Aviation Week

Thai Airways Expands Fleet with Nine Airbus A321neos Leased from CALC Thai Airways has secured a lease for nine Airbus A321neo aircraft from Hong Kong's CALC, with deliveries scheduled from 2026 to 2028. This move supports the flag carrier's fleet modernization and network expansion strategy, aligning with ongoing efforts to enhance its competitive regional presence.

2025-04-22T03:28:08.022516-07:00

Thai Airways Expands Fleet with Nine Airbus A321neos Leased from CALC

Airways Magazine

Thai Airways Showcases A380 Simulator Experience with CEO Eamsiri During a visit to its Bangkok headquarters, Thai Airways opened the doors to its A380 flight simulator, offering an inside look into its training capabilities. CEO Eamsiri participated in the session, highlighting Thai Airways' commitment to technological advancement in pilot training and fleet operation.

2025-04-10T06:28:27.317697-07:00

Thai Airways Showcases A380 Simulator Experience with CEO Eamsiri

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Thai Airways Partners with Airbus for A350-900 Cabin Retrofit Thai Airways has signed a letter of intent with Airbus to retrofit its fleet of A350-900 aircraft with new cabin products, including the introduction of premium-economy seats. The upgrades aim to enhance passenger experience and align with Thai Airways' modernization efforts, with work expected to start in 2028.

2025-04-10T02:04:49.508345-07:00

Thai Airways Partners with Airbus for A350-900 Cabin Retrofit

FlightGlobal

Airbus to Retrofit Thai Airways' A350 Cabins for Enhanced Passenger Experience Airbus has signed a Letter of Intent with Thai Airways International to retrofit the airline's A350 cabins, focusing on upgrading passenger experience and cabin efficiency. This collaboration highlights the continued push toward modernizing fleets and maintaining competitive edge in a recovering travel market.

2025-04-09T20:04:32.554812-07:00

Airbus to Retrofit Thai Airways' A350 Cabins for Enhanced Passenger Experience

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