Notwithstanding the launch of new passenger flights across the Pacific, Air China’s presence in the U.S. market is shrinking. read more
Air Cargo World Magazine - Asia
Apr
3
The problems that grounded the global B787 fleet have hurt Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways more than other carriers. Early takers of Boeing’s new plane, the pair account for 24 of the 50 Dreamliners brought into service until the problems stopped deliveries. read more
Feb
15
At Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport, 2013 began with an additional daily flight to Dubai, courtesy of Emirates. The Middle Eastern carrier may have launched its third daily frequency on the route to take Filipinos working in the Gulf to their families back home for vacation, but the addition of a daily 777-300ER flight to Manila is also indicative of a broader growth in aviation in the Philippines these days. read more
Jun
28
Undaunted by the blight of Europe, China Airlines has mounted a new freighter service to Belgium. The twice-weekly operation, flown on a B747-400F, goes from Taipei over Kuala Lumpur and Chennai to Brussels. By inserting two Asian markets into the ailing Taipei-Europe sector, the carrier’s management seems to be hoping to get a decent return on the service. read more
