Japan-headquartered Skymark Airlines has reported net profit of 3 billion yen (US$19 million) for the 12 months to March 31 2024, down 47.7% from net profit of 5.7 billion yen in the prior year. Read More »

Air China flew 12 million passengers last month, up 14.2% from 10.5 million customers it transported in April 2023. Read More »

Thai AirAsia X (TAAX) is boosting its network between Thailand and Japan with the resumption of nonstop flights between Bangkok Suvarnabhumi and Nagoya. Read More »

Boeing reported orders for seven commercial aircraft in April, comprising three 787-9s from El Al, as well as two 777X family aircraft and two 787-10s from unidentified customers. Read More »

Australia's domestic air travellers flying on restricted economy or business class fares were paying significantly more to fly around the country this month compared with a year ago, government figures show. Read More »

Boeing's ecoDemonstrator program for 2024 will include testing on aspects of airport operations, airport noise, waste-reducing materials, noise and weight reduction, and future cabin concepts on a 777-200ER. Read More »

ATR has named Andrea Coccetti as its senior vice-president for finance and chief financial officer, succeeding Antonio Di Gennaro, who has moved to a new role at Leonardo Helicopters. Read More »

Today's briefs report news from Plaza Premium Group, Spirit AeroSystems and Travelport. Read More »

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