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Korea’s Fair Trade Commission and Transport Ministry to Oversee Korean Air-Asiana Merger Compliance

ByAdmin 11/03/202513/03/2025

In the wake of the Korean Air-Asiana Airlines merger, Korea’s Fair Trade Commission (KFTC) and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport (MOLIT) have formalized a business agreement to jointly monitor the implementation of corrective measures required as part of the merger approval process. This cooperation aims to ensure fair competition and compliance with aviation regulations following the integration of Korea’s two largest airlines.

Airbus | Aircraft | Airlines | Corporation | Manufacturers

Airbus Reports 18% Decline in Deliveries for January and February

ByAdmin 11/03/202511/03/2025

Airbus has announced its delivery and order figures for the first two months of 2025, reporting a total of 65 aircraft delivered, which marks an 18% decline compared to the same period last year. This drop is attributed to supply chain adjustments and engine delivery delays, with the company prioritizing deliveries toward the latter half of the year.

Airbus | Airlines | Network

Korean Air Introduces A350 Scheduled Service

ByAdmin 28/01/202529/01/2025

Korean Air has launched its first scheduled service with the Airbus A350, operating on routes between Seoul Incheon International Airport and the Japanese cities of Fukuoka and Osaka Kansai. The service is available from January 27, 2025, to March 29, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s fleet operations.

Airlines | Financial

Korean Air Attracts $453M in Corporate Bond Demand

ByAdmin 20/01/202523/01/2025

Korean Air, South Korea’s flagship carrier, has successfully secured US$453 million in corporate bond demand forecasting, surpassing its initial target of $137 million by more than threefold. This remarkable interest reflects investor confidence in the airline’s financial stability and growth prospects.

Airlines | Boeing | Delivery | Fleet | General Electric

Korean Air Takes Delivery of B787-9

ByAdmin 19/01/202522/01/2025

Korean Air, one of Asia’s leading carriers, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Boeing B787-9. The aircraft, identified by serial number 37390, is powered by advanced GEnx-1B engines, offering enhanced performance and efficiency.

Airlines | Financial

Korean Air Proceeds with LCC Merger

ByAdmin 16/01/202520/01/2025

Korean Air has announced its decision to proceed with the merger of its three low-cost carriers (LCCs): Jin Air, Air Seoul, and Air Busan. The move comes despite resistance from some Busan-based shareholders, who have voiced concerns about the impact on the local aviation sector and competition.

Airlines | Management

Korean Air CEO to Be Promoted After Merger

ByAdmin 15/01/202517/01/2025

Korean Air CEO Woo Kee-hong is set to be promoted to vice chairman upon the completion of Korean Air’s corporate merger with Asiana Airlines. This promotion highlights the strategic importance of the merger, which aims to consolidate the two major South Korean carriers into a globally competitive airline. The merger process has been closely monitored by industry analysts and…

Management

Air Busan to Appoint New Directors from Korean Air

ByAdmin 14/01/202515/01/2025

Air Busan (South Korea) is set to hold a temporary shareholders’ meeting this week, during which it plans to appoint three new directors. These include two inside directors and one non-executive director, all of whom are affiliated with the airline’s parent company, Korean Air.

Korean Air Receives B737-8 for Future Air Force VIP Use

ByAdmin 13/01/202514/01/2025

Korean Air has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 63448, equipped with LEAP-1B engines. This aircraft will eventually serve as a VIP transport operated by South Korea’s Air Force, reflecting its critical role in supporting high-level governmental and military operations.

Airbus | Airlines

Korean Air Evaluates A380 Operations Beyond 2026

ByAdmin 10/01/202510/01/2025

Korean Air appears to be evaluating the possibility of operating its Airbus A380 fleet beyond the previously announced retirement year of 2026. Recent developments include sending several of its A380 superjumbos to Lufthansa Technik Philippines for D-checks, a major maintenance procedure required for long-term operational readiness.