Vietnam Airlines Finalizes 50 Boeing 737-8 Order, marking the carrier’s first Boeing single-aisle acquisition and a major milestone in its fleet modernization and regional expansion strategy.
Air Cambodia Orders Up To 20 Boeing 737-8 Jets as the Cambodian flag carrier moves to modernize and expand with the Boeing 737 MAX family, unveiling an agreement at the Singapore Airshow that marks its first purchase of Boeing aircraft. The airline finalized a firm commitment for 737-8 aircraft, with the opportunity to add more, positioning the carrier to open new nonstop markets and…
Singapore Airlines is preparing to take delivery of a new Boeing 737-8 MAX, continuing its narrowbody fleet modernization program. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 44262 and registration 9V-MBT, will soon join the airline’s growing fleet of fuel-efficient single-aisle aircraft.
Air India has announced a significant expansion to its network with the addition of 174 weekly flights under its Northern Winter Schedule, effective 26 October 2025. The increase will strengthen connectivity across key domestic destinations and short-haul international routes, meeting rising travel demand within India and to Southeast Asia.
Ascend Airways Malaysia has officially entered Phase 4 of the Air Operator Certification (AOC) process and is moving closer to its planned November 2025 launch of cargo operations. The airline’s first freighter aircraft, a Boeing 737-800SF, is scheduled to arrive in Kuala Lumpur in mid-August, a key milestone to complete the final certification stages under the supervision of the Civil Aviation Authority of…
Thai AirAsia has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo aircraft from Airbus, continuing the airline’s fleet modernization and capacity expansion strategy. The aircraft is an A321-251NX variant, registered under manufacturer serial number 12089, and has been fitted with a single-class 236-seat (236Y) configuration, optimized for high-density routes within the airline’s extensive regional network.
Air Arabia, the leading low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa, has officially commenced daily nonstop flights connecting Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). This launch makes Bangkok the airline’s third destination in Thailand, reinforcing its expanding footprint in Southeast Asia.
SCAT Airlines has taken delivery of a new Boeing 737 MAX 8, further strengthening its growing fleet of next-generation narrowbody aircraft. The newly delivered aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 61827 and registered locally as UP-B3743, landed at Shymkent International Airport on July 23, 2025, following a delivery route from Seattle, with an intermediate stop in Reykjavik, Iceland.
Royal Air has officially launched operations with its first Airbus A321F, becoming the first airline in the Philippinesto operate this converted freighter type. The aircraft, registered RP-C1775, has begun flying freighter services between Manila and Taipei, marking a major strategic shift for the previously passenger-focused carrier.
Malaysia Airlines has taken delivery of its 13th Boeing 737-8 aircraft, registered MH5041, further strengthening its narrowbody fleet with a modern, fuel-efficient aircraft that will enhance both passenger experience and operational capability. The aircraft landed at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) at 1:11 PM local time, completing its journey from Honolulu with a stopover in Guam.
