Empty Skies On Radar As Global Airlines Reroute, Cancel Flights Amid Pakistan Airspace Closure

China Airlines Cancels Flights Amid Pakistan Airspace Closure

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

BEIJING, May 7 (Bernama) -- China Airlines has cancelled and diverted three flights to and from Europe following the closure of Pakistani airspace on Tuesday (May 6).

Airlines Reroute Flights After Pakistani Airspace Closure

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airlines has rerouted two flights -- MH2 and MH22 -- following the closure of Pakistani airspace on May 6, 2025.

Airasia X To Suspend Kuala Lumpur-Nairobi Flights From Sept 1

KUALA LUMPUR, May 3 (Bernama) -- AirAsia X Bhd (AAX) will suspend its flight from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi, Kenya, starting Sept 1, 2025, as part of its network optimisation initiative due to lower-than-expected travel demand.

Capital A Explores Potential Listing On HKEX For Broader Global Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- Capital A Bhd is actively exploring a potential listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) as part of its strategy to broaden access to global capital markets and position its ecosystem of digital and aviation services businesses for the next phase of growth.

New Penang-Chengdu Direct Flight Strengthens Economic, Cultural Exchange -- Wong

GEORGE TOWN, May 1 (Bernama) -- Penang has welcomed the inaugural Sichuan Airlines direct flight from Chengdu, marking a significant step forward in strengthening economic cooperation and cultural exchange between Malaysia and China.

Global Air Passenger Demand Up 3.3 Pct In March 2025 - IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Global air passenger demand rose by 3.3 per cent in March 2025, compared to the 2.7 per cent growth reported for February, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Airline Profitability To Improve Despite Ongoing Supply Chain Disruption -- Public Investment Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Airline profitability is projected to improve despite supply chain challenges remaining a significant headwind for the industry, said Public Investment Bank Bhd (PIBB).  

MAVCOM Reports 99 Pct Complaints Received In 2H 2024 Resolved

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Aviation Commission (MAVCOM) reported that 99 per cent of all complaints received in the second half of 2024 (2H 2024) were successfully resolved, with 37 per cent of these cases resulting in airlines reversing their initial decisions in favour of consumers.

Raya Airways Expands Zhengzhou Cargo Route, Strengthens Malaysia-China Trade Lanes

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- Scheduled all-cargo airlines, Raya Airways, is boosting its Kuala Lumpur-Zhengzhou (KUL-CGO) route to six flights a week in a bold move to strengthen trade ties between Malaysia and China. 

Raya Airways Expands Zhengzhou Cargo Route, Strengthens Malaysia-China Trade Lanes

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- Scheduled all-cargo airlines, Raya Airways, is boosting its Kuala Lumpur-Zhengzhou (KUL-CGO) route to six flights a week in a bold move to strengthen trade ties between Malaysia and China. 

MAG Sees Opportunity In China’s Boeing Delivery Halt

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, April 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) is exploring the possibility of accelerating its Boeing aircraft acquisition timeline, following delivery slots potentially vacated by Chinese carriers due to the ongoing United States (US)-China trade war.