Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines, has announced the upcoming delivery of its third and fourth Embraer E190-E2 aircraft in September and October 2024. Key points: Two new destinations added to Scoot’s network: Kertajati (Greater Bandung), Indonesia – twice-weekly flights from 28 September 2024 Malacca, Malaysia – five-times weekly flights from 23 October 2024
Singapore Airlines has reopened its SilverKris Lounge at London Heathrow Airport Terminal 2 following a six-month refurbishment. The modernised 10,689 square-foot facility now offers increased seating capacity and upgraded amenities for travellers. Located in Terminal 2B, the lounge features separate areas for First Class and Business Class passengers and can accommodate up to 242 customers.
Vietjet, the Vietnamese low-cost carrier, has marked a significant milestone by welcoming its 200 millionth passenger at the Vietnam – India Business Forum in New Delhi. The airline also announced a new route connecting Ahmedabad, India, with Da Nang, Vietnam, set to begin operations in October 2024. Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh congratulated Vietjet
Air Astana Group, Central Asia’s largest airline group, has announced a new agreement to lease seven Airbus A321neo LR aircraft from Air Lease Corporation. The agreement, signed on 26 July 2024, follows board approval of the transaction on 25 July 2024. Deliveries of the new aircraft are scheduled to begin in 2026. This lease agreement
AirAsia Aviation Group and AirAsia X have implemented SITA Mission Watch across their operations, enhancing flight tracking and safety measures for seven airlines within the group. The industry-leading flight monitoring solution has been deployed to manage over 200 aircraft serving more than 130 destinations in 22 countries. Datuk Captain Chester Voo, Deputy Group CEO (Airline
Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group has reported robust passenger and cargo growth for June 2024, with passenger numbers up 9.7% year-on-year to nearly 3.2 million. The Group, which includes Singapore Airlines and its low-cost subsidiary Scoot, saw passenger capacity increase by 11.0% compared to June 2023. Singapore Airlines’ passenger load factor was 87.1%, while Scoot achieved
