AAPA Director General Optimistic About 2019 Outlook, Expects Another Year Of Cargo And Passenger Growth

The Director General of the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA), Andrew Herdman, discusses the outlook for 2019. AAPA expects another strong year of passenger growth for the region’s airlines and is also relatively bullish on the air … Read More

Johor Bahru Senai Awarded Asia Pacific Small Airport Of The Year (Less Than 10 Million Annual Passengers)

This is awarded to the airport with less than 10 million annual passengers that has been the biggest standout strategically, has established itself as a strategic leader, and done the most to advance the progress of the aviation industry.

Senai Airport was … Read More

Mactan-Cebu Awarded Asia Pacific Medium Airport Of The Year (Over 10 Million Annual Passengers)

This is awarded to the airport with over 10 million annual passengers that has been the biggest standout strategically, has established itself as a strategic leader, and done the most to advance the progress of the aviation industry.

Mactan-Cebu was selected for … Read More

Seoul Incheon Airport Awarded CAPA Asia Pacific Large Airport Of The Year (Over 30 Million Annual Passengers)

This is awarded to the airport with over 30 million annual passengers that has been the biggest standout strategically, has established itself as a strategic leader, and done the most to advance the progress of the aviation industry.

Incheon Airport was selected … Read More

flyadeal Awarded CAPA Asia Pacific Start-Up Of The Year

The Start-up of the Year award is for the past year’s airline start-up that has been the most innovative and had the greatest impact on the industry since launch.

flyadeal, a new fully owned subsidiary of the Saudi Arabian Airlines … Read More

Saudia Awarded The CAPA Asia Pacific Turnaround Airline Of The Year

This is awarded for an existing airline that has turned around through innovative strategic changes and/or a restructuring exercise.

Saudia (also known as Saudi Arabian Airlines) was selected for its successful transformation, which has resulted in significant efficiency improvements, in-flight product … Read More

Alliance Airlines Awarded CAPA Asia Pacific Regional Airline Of The Year

This award is presented to the regional airline that has been the biggest standout strategically, has established itself as a leader, and demonstrated innovation in the regional aviation sector.

Alliance Airlines was selected for its flexible approach, offering wet lease, … Read More

Saudia Seeks Greater Role In SkyTeam, Joins SkyTeam Cargo

Saudia CEO Jaan Albrecht discusses the airline’s plans for better leveraging its membership in SkyTeam. Saudia joined SkyTeam in May-2012 but in the first six years was a relatively inactive member. Under Mr Albrecht’s leadership, Saudia is now pursuing a … Read More

Japan Airlines Awarded CAPA Asia Pacific Airline Of The Year

This award is to the airline that has been the biggest standout strategically during the year, has had the greatest impact on the development of the airline industry, has established itself as a leader, and provided a benchmark for others … Read More

Saudia CEO On How New Terminal At Jeddah, Growth In Religious Traffic, Product Improvements And 27% Decrease In Ex-Fuel CASK Is Transforming The “Sleeping Giant”

In this extensive interview, Saudia CEO Jaan Albrecht discusses how the airline has successfully transformed over the last three years as it has integrated more than 80 new aircraft and improved its product. Another step change is occurring over the … Read More