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Vietnam's aviation regulator warns carriers of flight cuts

HANOI: Vietnamese authorities have warned the country's aviation industry to prepare for potential flight reductions from April after China and Thailand halted exports of jet fuel due to the Iran war, increasing the likelihood of shortages.

Air China to resume direct flights to N. Korea on March 30

The flight will be from the Beijing Capital Airport to Pyongyang International Airport.

'Dream holidays' in disarray, trips diverted as travellers count cost of Iran war

SYDNEY/LONDON: In the remote Western Australian town of Dardanup, accountant Natasha Earle and her family are feeling the financial pain of the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.

Batik Air adjusts fuel surcharges on selected routes amid rising jet fuel prices

KUALA LUMPUR: Batik Air Malaysia has implemented modest adjustments across selected routes, including fuel surcharges structured by route category, in response to rising operating costs driven by higher jet fuel prices.

MAG continues to review fares, fuel surcharges amid market volatility

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) said the airlines under its portfolio are continuously reviewing airfares and fuel surcharges in response to prevailing market conditions.

AirAsia remains resilient amid West Asia conflict

Airlines feel "pretty powerless" at present amid escalating geopolitical tensions and volatile fuel prices, with little visibility on how the unfolding West Asia conflict will affect the aviation industry, says Tan Sri Tony Fernandes.

Transport Ministry to meet airlines, other stakeholders weekly while Mideast conflict continues

PETALING JAYA: The Transport Ministry has taken note of the challenges faced by airlines, as fuel costs now account for nearly half of their operating expenses, which may force some carriers to suspend certain flights if prices continue to rise.

Malaysia Airlines extends suspension of Doha services until March 20

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Airlines has extended the temporary suspension of its Doha services until March 20, 2026, following continued developments in the region's security environment.

Airlines feel 'powerless' amid West Asia conflict, but AirAsia remains resilient, says Fernandes

KUALA LUMPUR: Airlines feel "pretty powerless" at present amid escalating geopolitical tensions and volatile fuel prices, with little visibility on how the unfolding West Asia conflict will affect the aviation industry, said Tan Sri Tony Fernandes.

Berjaya Air launches first international routes with Subang–Koh Samui service

KUALA LUMPUR: Berjaya Property Bhd's aviation arm, Berjaya Air, will launch its first international routes with charter services from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport to Koh Samui and Medan.