Orient Aviation Daily Digest March 31, 2026
By Ryan Chase
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Asia-Pacific international passengers flown increased 9% in February
Asia-Pacific carriers flew 32.97 million customers on their international networks last month, compared with 30.2 million air travellers in February last year. Read More »
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China Eastern Airlines reports sixth consecutive full year loss
China Eastern Airlines (CEA) has reported a net loss of 1.6 billion yuan (US$236 million) for calendar 2025, an improvement from the net loss of 4.2 billion yuan in 2024. Read More »
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Virgin Australia retro livery 737 MAX 8 breaks cover
Virgin Australia (VA) is celebrating its history with a retro livery 737 MAX 8. Read More »
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China Southern posts return to profit in 2025
China Southern Airlines (CSA) has reported net profit of 855 million yuan (US$124 million) for the 12 months to December 31 2025, representing a 2.6 billion yuan turnaround from the net loss of 1.8 billion yuan in the prior year. Read More »
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Air cargo traffic grows by double digits in February
Air cargo demand, measured by cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK), rose 11.2% in February compared with a year ago, buoyed by the shipment of goods during the traditionally busy Lunar New Year period. Read More »
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Philippine Airlines welcomes first-time corporate rating from Moody's Ratings
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has been given a credit rating by Moody's Ratings for the first time in recognition of its improved financial position following a corporate restructuring. Read More »
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Cathay Pacific touches down in Seattle
Cathay Pacific has commenced five times weekly nonstop flights to Seattle from its Hong Kong hub. Read More »
People
Air Canada has announced Michael Rousseau is stepping down as president and CEO of the company. Read More »
Asia-Pacific Aerospace Briefs Today
Today's briefs report news from Air Lease Corporation and DHL Global Forwarding. Read More »