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Reaching for the skies Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 12:11PMEvery day hundreds of young fliers take to the air around the country in pursuit of a career as an airline pilot.
Smooth opening for Terminal 3 in new Delhi Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 9:00AMThe first flights have been arriving this week at India's newest and largest air terminal.
Wi-Fi access takes to the sky Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 6:13AMGrowing number of Asian and Gulf carriers installing in-flight connectivity capabilities, giving rise to whole new experience in air travel, note market players and observers. Compare your salary Use the IT salary benchmark wizard and know the average salary differences between different job functions. Join activeTechPros. http://www.activetechpros.com
Air show fuels hope of better days for airlines Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 2:06PMThe stream of plane orders continued at the Farnborough International Airshow on Tuesday, taking the tally past $21 billion and underscoring hopes of a resurgence in the aviation sector after a painful two-year downturn.
Air show kicks off with billions in orders for Boeing, Airbus Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 2:06PMArch rivals Boeing Co. and Airbus announced new orders worth almost $13 billion at the start of the Farnborough International Airshow on Monday, raising hopes that the aviation industry is on the way back up after a dire two-year slump.
Bangkok named Travel + Leisure's 'Top City' Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 10:15AMBangkok city officials say they are humbled and inspired after receiving Travel + Leisure magazine's "Top City" award, despite recent street riots that sent tourists packing. Bangkok - Tourism - Thailand - Magazine - Asia
Vietnam calls on international airlines to add three airports Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 4:49AMVietNamNet Bridge – Southern Airports Corporation, airlines, travel firms and representatives from provincial authorities gathered on July 27 to discuss how to get more traffic to three newly-opened international airports.
Rolls Royce Lifts Outlook After Steady First Half Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 3:08AMRolls Royce Lifts Outlook After Steady First Half
My Say: Quest for talent Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 8:40PMIt’s a wonderful country. Most visitors say so, even if Malaysians often take it for granted and forget.
Flashback - July 21, 1999-2003 Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 9:05AMGov. Pedro P. Tenorio has asked Korea's Ministry of Construction and Transportation to grant the request of Korean Airlines to provide a Seoul-Saipan direct service to boost traffic and revive the CNMI's ailing tourism economy.
They might have a short season, but Capitals log plenty of miles Friday, July 16, 2010 @ 1:46AMThe Capitals needed a tougher travel schedule the way California needs more budget woes.
In the Philippines, the Next Phuket? Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 1:18AMDON'T try to hoof it to the newly relocated Jungle Bar, at least not from Boracay's main strip, White Beach, where it used to be a mainstay -- you'll never find it. Instead, hail a motorized rickshaw to Bulabog Beach, hang a right past a barren strip of bamboo shacks, and look for the colorful, ghoulish lanterns dangling from the coconut trees, which give this tiki bar the quirky feel of a Tim ...
Egypt's tourism picks up but wary of troubled European markets Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 4:58AM02 July 2010 CAIRO: Egypt's tourism sector has picked up this fiscal year as the slowdown caused by the global economic crisis eased; however, ongoing trouble in European markets is making forecasts for next year less clear.
President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts, 7/1/10 Thursday, July 1, 2010 @ 6:21PMWASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key administration posts: Alexander A. Arvizu, Ambassador to the Republic of Albania, Department of State Nisha Desai Biswal, Assistant Administrator for Asia, United States Agency for International Development Michele T. Bond, Ambassador to the Kingdom of Lesotho, Department of State Paul W ...
Vietjet aims for fourth quarter takeoff Thursday, July 1, 2010 @ 6:33AMVietNamNet Bridge – Upstart carrier Vietjet Air is confident it can avoid the fate of now-comatose Indochina Air. Jetstar is repainting its fleet and Mekong Air has taken the first steps toward obtaining an air operator’s certificate.
Tiger to charge to check-in at airport Monday, June 28, 2010 @ 8:17PMTiger Airways has announced a $10 charge will apply to passengers without check-in luggage.
Tiger to charge to check in at airport Monday, June 28, 2010 @ 2:45AMFee to apply to passengers with no check-in baggage. 28 Jun 2010 5:30 PM
Tiger to charge to check in at airport Monday, June 28, 2010 @ 2:20AMTiger Airways has announced a $10 charge will apply to passengers without check-in luggage who choose to check-in at the airport from July 1.
Tiger hits fliers with $10 charge Monday, June 28, 2010 @ 2:12AMBUDGET carrier Tiger Airways has announced a $10 charge will apply to passengers who choose to check-in at the airport from July 1.
Tiger to charge to check in at airport Monday, June 28, 2010 @ 2:11AMTiger Airways has announced a & #36;10 charge will apply to passengers without check-in luggage who choose to check-in at the airport from July 1.
Spreading The Word Sunday, June 27, 2010 @ 11:35PMI am delighted to be with you here today in Southland and my home town of Invercargill. I’d like to acknowledge your President, Peter Callander, executive members and distinguished guests.
Asia Stocks Post Weekly Drop on Concern U.S. Growth Faltering Friday, June 25, 2010 @ 5:47PMMost Asian stocks fell, sending the MSCI Asia Pacific Index to its third weekly decline in four as a slump in U.S. housing sales triggered concern growth in the world’s biggest economy is faltering.
What have the G8 and G20 achieved? Friday, June 25, 2010 @ 10:44AMWorld leaders have gathered in Canada for the G8 and G20 meetings. What is your reaction?
Questions and Answers - 24 June 2010 Thursday, June 24, 2010 @ 12:24AM1. KATRINA SHANKS (National) to the Minister of Finance : What reports has he received on the economy?
PAL is top RP carrier operating from NAIA Monday, June 21, 2010 @ 6:40PMPhilippine Airlines (PAL) was the leading Philippine carrier, in terms of flights and seat capacity, operating out of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) for the last two years, the aviation industry's main data keeper Official Airline Guide (OAG) reports.
World Stocks Up On Yuan Announcement Monday, June 21, 2010 @ 5:26AMWorld stocks up on China currency announcement
World stocks up on China currency announcement Monday, June 21, 2010 @ 5:08AMWorld markets rally after China agrees to let yuan appreciate against the dollar
Very interesting, Tan Sri. Friday, June 18, 2010 @ 12:59AMIn reply to Caring for a RM50b sector : Very interesting, Tan Sri. Air Transport - Tourism - Economy, yes, they are all inter related towards generating RM53 billions revenue per annum. Sigh, it could be more than RM100 billions, had we attracted high technology aircraft and components services industry. What happened to this MIGHT initiative "PETALING JAYA, Aug 12,2005 (Bernama) --Twenty to 30 ...
Vietnam may reduce allowed level of foreign ownership of airlines Tuesday, June 15, 2010 @ 5:48AMVietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam is considering reducing the ratio of stakes it allows foreign investors to hold in a private airline from 49 percent, the current level, to 30 percent.
BUSINESS IN BRIEF 11/6 Friday, June 11, 2010 @ 5:20AMThe national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines on June 10 became the first carrier in Southeast Asia to join the SkyTeam global airline alliance.
(AFX UK Focus) 2010-06-09 21:39 PRESS DIGEST-Australian Business News - June 10 Wednesday, June 9, 2010 @ 3:48PMCompiled for Reuters by Media Monitors. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy. THE AUSTRALIAN FINANCIAL REVIEW (www.afr.com) Receivers to failed agribusiness investment manager Great Southern have started a formal sales process of the group's forestry assets. Advisory firm Gresham Partners will undertake the sale on behalf of ...
Jetstar blazes budget Asia trail Wednesday, June 9, 2010 @ 2:50PMJetstar will be the first airline to offer budget long-haul flights out of New Zealand when it begins direct daily services from Auckland to Singapore in March.
Apple's iPad muscles into corporate Asia Wednesday, June 9, 2010 @ 1:55PMApple’s iPad, initially viewed as a web entertainment gadget for consumers, is quickly making inroads across businesses in Asia, as wedding planners, luxury hotels and airlines hook up to the tablet computer.
AP Interview: EADS sees challenge to sell US A380 Wednesday, June 9, 2010 @ 12:57PMThe chief executive of Airbus parent EADS says a huge order from Dubai-base Emirates means the A380 has passed a key test, but selling the superjumbo to U.S. airlines remains a "challenge."
iPad flexes muscle in Asia Wednesday, June 9, 2010 @ 11:50AMApple's iPad, initially viewed as a web entertainment gadget for consumers, is quickly making inroads across businesses in Asia.
Apple's iPad muscles into corporate Asia Wednesday, June 9, 2010 @ 11:31AMSEOUL: Apple's iPad, initially viewed as a Web entertainment gadget for consumers, is quickly making inroads across businesses in Asia as wedding planners, luxury hotels and airlines hook up to the tablet computer. Apple has sold over two million iPads since the device made its debut in April in the US. It had to delay the international sale due to difficulty in meeting demand for the product ...
EADS sees challenge selling A380 to U.S. airlines Wednesday, June 9, 2010 @ 11:20AMA huge order for the Airbus A380 from Emirates airline means the superjumbo has passed a key "acid test," but selling it to U.S. airlines remains a challenge, the chief executive of Airbus parent EADS NV said Wednesday.
AP Interview: EADS sees challenge to sell US A380 Wednesday, June 9, 2010 @ 11:15AMAP Interview: EADS chief says A380 has passed acid test, but selling it in US a challenge
Airline profits to take off Wednesday, June 9, 2010 @ 8:02AMFew industries have destroyed shareholder wealth so comprehensively and consistently as airlines. So there were more than a few raised eyebrows in Berlin when the International Air Transport Association (Iata) used its annual meeting to announced radically upgraded earnings forecasts for the global industry.
iPad muscles into corporate Asia Wednesday, June 9, 2010 @ 5:26AMSEOUL, SOUTH KOREA: Apple's iPad , initially viewed as a Web entertainment gadget for consumers, is quickly making inroads across businesses in Asia as wedding planners, luxury hotels and airlines hook up to the tablet computer.
'Titanic Awards' Salute Travel's Greatest Failures Sunday, June 6, 2010 @ 6:48AMTravel writer Doug Lansky sees a disconnect between glossy articles about exotic destinations and the stories he and fellow writers share over beers. In The Titanic Awards, he celebrates the world's worst travel experiences by air, land and sea.
Obama secretly deploys US special forces to 75 countries across world Friday, June 4, 2010 @ 4:24PMPresident Obama has secretly implemented a huge increase in the number of US special forces carrying out search-and-destroy missions against al-Qaeda around the world, with American troops now operating in 75 countries.
iFive: BP's Bill Comes Due, Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan, EasyJet AVOID, Facebook Attack Ad, ARM Launches Linaro Friday, June 4, 2010 @ 6:20AMWhat happened last night, between counting sheep and opening your eyes? Innovation, that's what. 1. President Obama, who's cancelled a trip to Asia because of the Gulf oil disaster, has been using his solar-powered calculator overtime: He presented BP with a $69 million bill for the initial cleanup caused by the Deepwater spill. A cap is now in place over the leak , says the Beeb, but no ...
Merger of Equals Tuesday, June 1, 2010 @ 8:35AMThe proposed merger of Continental and United may create a potent global competitor, but only if Continental’s winning ways can be integrated into the successor.
Top picks: Where kids find paradise Wednesday, May 26, 2010 @ 7:07PMThe best kid-friendly resorts not only offer what’s best for youngsters but also their parents. Here, DAVID Bowden picks the 10 best resorts in Southeast Asia that kids will not want to check out early from.
News CENTRAL/S. ASIA Tuesday, May 25, 2010 @ 3:19AMAviation investigators in India have recovered the crucial "black box" that records all flight data, three days after an Air India Express plane crashed in the southern city of Mangalore killing 158 passengers and crew members.
Airline compromising safety Sunday, May 23, 2010 @ 3:03PMMatt Wade: Concerns in India that aviation expansion is at the expense of safety after 158 die in air crash
India's booming airline industry is compromising safety Sunday, May 23, 2010 @ 11:04AMThe safety of India's fast-growing aviation industry is under a cloud after the country's worst air disaster in 14 years.
Crash clouds safety record of India aviation revolution Sunday, May 23, 2010 @ 5:55AMSaturday's crash of an Air India Express plane has cast a cloud over India's impressive air safety record during a decade of unprecedented expansion in the aviation sector.
Plane crash in India leaves 158 people dead Saturday, May 22, 2010 @ 11:28AMAlmost 160 people are dead after an Air India Express plane crashed as it attempted to land in the rain at a hilltop airport in southern India Saturday. There were eight survivors of the fiery crash.