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Indonesia’s Premiair Plans To Expand Its MRO Business
Premiair, which is the largest business jet operator in Indonesia, plans to grow its maintenance business and is also seeking US FAA certification. Managing director of Premiair, Capt Tony Hadi,…
Best On The Web – 2nd to 8th September 2017
Here’s a round-up of interesting aviation news that include Thailand’s Khon Kaen Airport, Malaysia’s Prima Air, Jakarta Airport, Letung Airport and XpressAir. 1. Thailand’s Khon Kaen Airport Undergoing Expansion Source:…
New International Gateways Key To Philippine Regional Aviation
Slot constraints at Manila International Airport means that operators of turboprop aircraft need to develop more regional routes from alternative hubs in the Philippines such as Clark. So says Iren…
Thai Authorities Still Keen To Develop Smaller Regional Routes
Thailand is working to improve safety and regulatory oversight of its airlines, but also remains committed to developing short-haul regional routes linking second and third-tier cities. When airlines apply for…
Hevilift Sees Pick-up In Australia’s Mining Charter Market
Air charter operator Hevilift has gained an air operator certificate (AOC) in Australia for fixed-wing operations and will be operating ATR 42s and de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otters there….
Australia’s Regional Express Posts Huge Profits Thanks To Economic Recovery
Australia’s largest regional carrier Regional Express (Rex) has experienced a massive profit rebound thanks to higher passenger numbers and yields. Rex posted a pre-tax profit of A$17.8 million (US$14.2 million),…