Two New Budget Airlines to Start Operations in Thailand in 2020

Two New Budget Airlines to Start Operations in Thailand in 2020

In December 2019, the director-general of the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) said that two new budget airlines are expected to launch operations in Thailand during 2020. These two will be the first Thai-registered airlines to launch in the country since...
Vietnam Buying Combat Training Aircraft from Russia

Vietnam Buying Combat Training Aircraft from Russia

According to reports in the Russian media, Vietnam has signed a USD 350 million contract to buy at least 12 Yak-130 combat training aircraft from Russia. The Yak-130 which is intended for training pilots of advanced fighter aircraft, can also be equipped with...
Thailand Experimenting with Airport Biometric Scanning Systems

Thailand Experimenting with Airport Biometric Scanning Systems

The Thai Ministry of Transport revealed that it is considering using biometric technology for facial scanning of air passengers in order to improve passenger experience, reduce waiting times, and increase airport security. The Ministry announced that a working...