Nepali officials paid $2.5 million in bribes to seal A330 deals
Deepak Sharma, then-AAR executive, pleaded guilty to bribing Nepali officials to win a bid to sell 2 Airbus planes.
Aviation
Korean Air gets European nod to become Northeast Asia’s largest airline
With the planned merger with rival Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, currently the world's 18th-largest airline by fleet size, is expected to ascend to No. 10. Their business synergy…
At least 29 flights between Singapore and South Korea affected by snowstorm; delays of up to 9 hours
Seoul’s main airport, Incheon, was the worst affected, with passengers facing delays of two hours on average.
Hong Kong international airport’s landmark three-runway system takes off
Having taken 13 years from public consultation to completion, the landmark project is a significant part of Hong Kong’s long-term vision to support economic growth, improve…
Stopover rights for ASEAN airlines
Under Protocol 5, airlines are allowed to stop over at ASEAN member state airports before heading to another point within the region, says Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony…
Japan, Singapore working together on runway safety plan after accident at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport
Their civil aviation agencies are also beefing up collaboration among parties that have an impact on runway safety, including airlines, airport operators, ground handlers and air…
Generative AI System assists foreign visitors to Japan at Haneda Airport
The AI used by the system can provide details on airport facilities, train stations and tourist attractions.
China unveils J-35A stealth fighters in air show as Russian military participates in a show of unity
The air show lasts through Sunday, Nov. 17, with more than 1,000 companies from 47 countries and regions exhibiting their products.
Two pilots involved in military aircraft crash in Binh Dịnh found safe
Both pilots were reported to be in stable condition and have been brought down from the mountain.
Search for MH370 to restart based on ‘credible’ proposal, says Malaysia
The Boeing 777, carrying 227 passengers and 12 crew members, vanished on March 8, 2014, while en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing.