Aviation/Aerospace sector

More passengers opt for early check-in at Jewel Changi Airport in 2025

Equipped with automated bag-drop machines, the early check-in service allows travellers to check in three to 24 hours before their flight departure time.

Cathay Pacific to cut flights from mid-May to end-June as jet fuel prices surge

A Cathay Pacific aircraft takes off at Hong Kong International Airport on the day of the official launch of its third runway, in Hong Kong, China November 28, 2024.\

First-class seats drive airline profits. It wasn’t always this way

Airlines have become much better at selling those nice seats to travellers, and customers have grown much more willing to pay for them.

FAA, Pentagon sign agreement on anti-drone laser system near Mexico

FILE PHOTO: A general view of the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 21, 2025. REUTERS/Kent Nishimura/File Photo

Airline pilots fear retribution over refusing to fly in Middle East, aviators’ group says

Pilots from Lebanon to India have voiced concerns they could face sanctions if they do not fly.

American Airlines raises checked bag fees, trims economy perks as fuel prices surge

The steps are to protect its margins as operating costs rise.

Booking over 20 flights: Some Chinese travellers stockpiled air tickets before fuel surcharge hike

Several Chinese airlines, including national carrier Air China, have announced fuel surcharge hikes of nearly fivefold on domestic flights.

Jet fuel supply will take months to recover even if Hormuz remains open: IATA chief

Airlines are shouldering the higher oil prices for now, but it takes some time for higher ticket prices to translate to actual airline revenues.

Airline pilots must be given final say on flying in war zones, aviators’ group says

The International Federation of Air Line Pilots’ Associations said airlines should recognise how conflict zone operations can create mental and emotional strain in the cockpit.

Travellers flying out of Singapore allowed only 2 power banks from April 15; extras to be discarded

In a statement on April 6, CAAS said passengers carrying more than two power banks will be made to dispose of any extra power banks before boarding.

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