China Eastern Airlines Raising Funds For Fleet Expansion
China Eastern Airlines is looking to raise billions for 38 new aircraft, including Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC) ARJ21s and C919s. The airline says in a Shanghai stock exchange…
Malaysia’s Malindo To Add 737s Following Rebranding
Updated story with regards to specific 737 variants Malaysian carrier Malindo, which is rebranding as Batik Air, plans to expand its 737 fleet but has no plans to add more…
Lao Airlines Expands Operations As Borders Reopen
Flag carrier Lao Airlines, which the government has earmarked for restructuring, is resuming services and adding more international flights following Laos’ reopening. The country re-opened its borders, including all 32…
Nepal’s Shree Airlines Dash 8 Suffers Engine Problems
A Shree Airlines De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Dash 8-400 had a single engine failure shortly after take-off from Kathmandu yesterday and had to return to the airport and make an emergency…
Civil Unrest Leads Air Niugini To Temporarily Suspend Flights to Mount Hagen
Papua New Guinea’s national airline Air Niugini temporarily suspended flights to Mount Hagen today, citing civil unrest in the region as a safety concern. Air Niugini says in a statement…
Embraer Sees Opportunity To Sell E2 To Asian Low-Cost Carriers
Embraer sees opportunities for the regional jet market to develop in Asia Pacific as countries recover, citing how the pandemic has changed the market dynamics. Raul Villaron, vice president Asia…