Jetstar expected to start Narita-based LCC with JAL

Qantas low-cost subsidiary Jetstar Asia is expected to set up an airline in Japan as the demand for cheaper travel sweeps across Asia.


August 16, 2011

Don’t sideline capable staff, says MAS union

Malaysia Airlines (MAS) biggest employees’ union says it isn’t necessarily against the latest changes taking place at the national airline but wants assurance that the employees will be well looked after.


British Airways looks for pilots on YouTube

British Airways has turned to YouTube to find the next generation of pilots as part of its biggest ever recruitment drive in more than a decade.


August 11, 2011

Kenya Airways considers launching ‘Jambo Jet’ LCC

Kenya Airways is considering setting up a low-cost subsidiary that would operate on domestic and regional routes


Business back for BA/Iberia as domestic drops

IAG Airlines, the parent company of BA and Iberia, has revealed a big hike in business travel traffic during July, traditionally a quiet month in the corporate world.


August 9, 2011

AirAsia to take 20% stake in Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia are reported to be planning a share swap that would give AirAsia’s parent a 20% stake in Malaysia’s national airline, according to Reuters


MAS, AirAsia shares suspended amid share swap speculation

The shares of Malaysia Airline System (MAS) and AirAsia have been suspended from trading on the country’s stock exchange, amid local media speculation about a possible share swap.


August 8, 2011

EC extends probe into state aid at regional airports

The European Commission is upping the number of investigations into possible improper state aid at regional airports in the 27 member states, and last month confirmed it launched in-depth investigations at Marseille and Frankfurt Hahn.