Asia Weekly Roundup: Mar. 05

March 05, 2021

China Still Cautious About Recertifying 737 MAX

Credit: Boeing - Craig Larsen



The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) is still yet to begin recertifying the Boeing 737 MAX, saying that major safety concerns raised have “not been fully met.” 



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IndiGo Refinances Eight More A320neos

Credit: Airbus



Indian carrier IndiGo has signed a sale and leaseback agreement on eight Airbus A320neos with BOC Aviation, marking its second aircraft refinancing deal in quick succession.



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South Korea, Israel Partner To Explore Loitering Munitions

South Korean and Israeli companies have partnered to consider developing new loitering munition systems for the Republic of Korea (ROK) Army. 


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Thai Airways Looks To Cut Workforce, Fleet In Restructuring

Credit: Rob Finlayson



Thai Airways has submitted a restructuring plan that will see the airline emerge from administration with a significantly reduced operation.



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Australia Becomes Latest Country To Approve MAX Flights

Credit: Virgin Australia



Australia’s aviation safety regulator has cleared Boeing 737 MAX aircraft to fly in the country’s airspace, although it is unclear when any airlines will actually resume MAX operations there.



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China Eastern Formally Signs For Five COMAC C919s

Credit: COMAC



China Eastern Airlines will be the official launch operator of the COMAC C919 after it became the first carrier to sign a purchase agreement for five of the domestically built aircraft on March 1. 



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China still cautious about recertifying 737 MAX, South Korea and Israel partner to explore loitering munitions, and more. A roundup of the week’s news in Asia.

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