Monthly Archives: June 2007

Another first for AirAsia

Posted on June 25, 2007 by Prahok

Travel Daily News reports AirAsia will be the first airline in Asia to deploy OnAir mobile communications services as announced at the Paris Air Show. The service, to be deployed across the entire AirAsia fleet, will enable passengers to use … Continue reading →

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Tiger orders more jets

Posted on June 22, 2007 by Prahok

The Age reports that Tiger has ordered up to 50 extra Airbus A320s for its upcoming launch into the Australian domestic market. Tiger signed a MoU for 30 Airbus A320s with a further 20 options. The deal will boost its … Continue reading →

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Shin Corp bought out of Thai AirAsia

Posted on June 21, 2007 by Prahok

The Bangkok Post reports that Thai AirAsia senior management acquired a 51% stake in the airline, after buying out the controversial Shin Corp as the main partner. “I hope that this acquisition will send a message to the public that … Continue reading →

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AirAsia chooses Rolls-Royce

Posted on June 21, 2007 by Prahok

The Guardian reports that Rolls-Royce has won a US$1b order from Air Asia. This follows on from an earlier order by AirAsiaX for the Rolls-Royce Trent 700 package.

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THAI may raise stake in NokAir

Posted on June 19, 2007 by Prahok

The Bangkok Post reports that THAI is considering raising its stake in Nok Airlines from the current 39% to 51% in order to exert greater control of the budget airline, which THAI executives accuse of undermining the parent’s interests. THAI … Continue reading →

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Tiger gets OK to fly to six Indian cities

Posted on June 5, 2007 by Prahok

AP reports that Tiger Airways has been granted rights to fly between Singapore and six Indian cities. The carrier has obtained an air permit from the Indian govt to fly to Chennai, Cochin, Goa, Trivandrum, Kolkata and Kozhikode, becoming the … Continue reading →

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Jetstar looking at franchising

Posted on June 5, 2007 by Prahok

The Nation reports that Jetstar will consider adopting a franchise system to expand in Southeast Asia if Asean adopts an “open skies” policy in 2008. Reports said flights within Asean were due to be deregulated next year, but wholly-owned Jetstar … Continue reading →

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