Scenic Flights Driving Business at Vietnam’s Only Seaplane Operator
Scenic flights are an increasingly popular activity for tourists visiting Vietnam’s coastal cities, thanks to booming beach resorts, natural and cultural heritage attractions. Phan Bao Chi, marketing manager of Vietnam’s…
Vanuatu Upgrading Runways to Boost Domestic Travel
Air Vanuatu is working with the national government to ensure runways are upgraded in time to receive its fleet larger domestic aircraft. Air Vanuatu CEO Derek Nice says the government…
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New South Korean Airline Hi Air Takes Delivery of Two ATR 72-500sAir Transport World A proposed South Korean regional airline called Hi Air has taken delivery of two ATR 72-500…
Military-backed Startup Vietstar Airlines Receives AOC
Vietstar Airlines, a joint venture between the Vietnamese military and two private companies, has received its air operator’s certificate (AOC) to become the country’s sixth airline. The airline says it…
Indonesia’s Spirit Avia Sentosa Ends 19-Seat Operations
Indonesian charter carrier Spirit Avia Sentosa has ended 19-seat operations and returned its de Havilland Canada Series 300 Twin Otters to the lessor. The charter operator, which focuses on Indonesia’s…
Air Niugini Plans Fleet Revamp
Papua New Guinean national carrier Air Niugini is planning to change its domestic and international fleet as it aims to return to profitability. The airline will replace its narrowbody and…