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Vietjet Launches More Airbus A320s to China And New South Korea Route

Vietjet has opened the only nonstop flight between Vietnam and China’s ancient city of Xi’an, the home of the famous Terracotta Army.

The airlines of Asia-Pacific are rebuilding strong foundations as they emerge from the pandemic, keeping load factors high while adding capacity.

After three years of consecutive combined losses, the Asia-Pacific airlines have posted a healthy profit and are looking for more this year.

Singapore Changi Airport passed pre-pandemic passenger numbers in the quarter ended March 31 and performed strongly in FY2023/24.

Hong Kong Airlines has quickly introduced its Airbus A321 into service between Hong Kong and Bangkok.

The Singapore Airlines Group has followed a clear strategy of being the first mover in Asia, which has paid off in record revenues and profits.

Today, Vietjet launched another new route between Vietnam and Japan, the only nonstop flight linking Hanoi to Hiroshima.

AirAsia Cambodia started commercial flights today with an historic flight to the equally historic destination of Angkor.

The airlines intercontinental routes are few, but they are important to its survivability.

Asia-Pacific airlines are well ahead of last year’s international passenger numbers but are still less than 90% recovered compared to 2019.