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Airline

‘Nightmare at 37,000 feet’: One dead, 70 injured as Singapore Airlines flight from London hit by extreme turbulence

One person died and several others were injured when Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 encountered severe turbulence while en route from London to Singapore but was forced to make an emergency landing in at Bangkok

Boeing CEO, other executives to step down amid ongoing safety issues

CEO Dave Calhoun said in a message to employees on Monday that he would down from the role by the end of 2024.

United, Alaska Airlines find loose bolts on multiple Boeing 737 Max planes after mid-air blowout

United Airlines and Alaska Airlines both reported on January 8 that preliminary inspections of their planes following a mid-flight incident last week found loose hardware on some of their Boeing 737 MAX 9 planes.

Miraculous Escape: How Japan Airlines crew safely evacuated 367 passengers in 18 minutes from a burning plane

Japan Airlines flight JAL-516 erupted into orange fireball as it collided with a smaller coast guard plane, a Bombardier Dash-8, while landing

More than $100 billion aviation deals signed at Dubai Airshow 2023

The Dubai Airshow 2023 concluded with over $100 billion in aviation deals, including a record $52 billion order from Emirates for Boeing jets, and significant defense contracts.

Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways win big at 2023 World Airline Awards

Singapore Airlines has once again clinched the prestigious World's Best Airline award at the 2023 World Airline Awards, marking the fifth time to be recognized as the Airline of the Year in the 23-year history of the awards.

China’s home-built passenger jet C919 makes first commercial flight

China's aviation industry reached a historic milestone as the country's first domestically-manufactured large passenger jet, the C919, successfully completed its maiden commercial flight.

France bans short-haul flights in push for climate-friendly train travel

France has banned domestic short-haul flights where train alternatives exist amid French Government’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions.

Azerbaijan Airlines orders eight Boeing 787 Dreamliners to grow long-haul fleet

Azerbaijan Airlines ranks among the most prominent carriers in Central Asia Azerbaijan Airlines has placed an order for eight Boeing 787 Dreamliners to support its long-haul fleet expansion plans. The introduction of these highly efficient jets will allow the national flag...

Turkish Airlines honors heroic earthquake rescue dogs with business class flights back home

In a heartwarming gesture, Turkish Airlines offered rescue dogs who participated in earthquake search operations a ride in business class instead of the cargo hold.

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ASEAN Express to boost Malaysia’s trade connectivity with China and Southeast Asia

Malaysia’s trade connectivity with Southeast Asia and China received a boost with the launch of the ASEAN Express, an international freight train connecting Malaysia to Thailand, Laos, and China.