The International Air Transport Association (IATA) said passenger demand, measured by revenue passenger kilometres (RPK), fell 72% year-on-year in January, from the 69% decline recorded in December, as new virus variants prompted an infection surge that resulted in tighter travel restrictions. Read More »

Thai Airways International (THAI) said yesterday its rehabilitation plan had been submitted to the official receiver. Read More »

India's Minister for Civil Aviation, Hardeep Singh Puri, said on Twitter yesterday the government had granted "in-principle" approval for the development of 21 green field airports across the country. Read More »

Philippines (LCC), Cebu Pacific Air (CEBU), said yesterday it had permanently removed change fees for all tickets to provide flexibility for passengers and restore confidence in air travel. Read More »

Japan Airlines (JAL) will ultilise autonomous towing tractors to transport checked-in baggage at Tokyo Narita Airport following a successful pilot program. Read More »

The Australian government yesterday extended the country's international travel ban, known locally as the human biosecurity emergency period, for another three months to June 17. Read More »