The COVID-19 crisis is set to spark major consolidation in the South Korean airline industry, with Korean Air planning to purchase struggling rival Asiana Airlines.
Taiwan Discussing New Air Travel Bubbles, Report Says
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Taiwan is reportedly in discussions with Japan, Singapore and Vietnam to create bilateral air travel bubbles, just as plans to establish such an arrangement with Palau were shelved.
European Airlines Could Face Dual Tax Blow In 2021
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The Netherlands has increased a new national flight tax that takes effect Jan. 1, 2021, while the European Commission has been scrutinizing aviation’s fuel-duty exemption and is expected to release its findings in the new year.
AAPA Urges Governments To Adopt ICAO Recovery Recommendations
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The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines has again reiterated its position that governments should relax strict border and quarantine restrictions and use mutually recognized testing to restart the air transport sector.
United Airlines Asserts Quarantines Are An Obstacle To Growing Demand
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United Airlines is continuing its push for COVID-19 testing to replace mandatory quarantines as the company concludes the flying experience itself is no longer viewed by passengers as an obstacle to travel.
Air Mauritius Rescue Plan Focuses On A350s, A330neos
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Air Mauritius is planning to phase out its older aircraft and focus on Airbus A350 and A330neo operations, as the airline works to exit voluntary administration.
Azul Highlights A330 Cargo Benefits On Domestic Routes
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As international demand remains under extreme pressure, Brazil’s Azul is utilizing Airbus A330s on domestic routes to bolster cargo operations and support a recovery in passenger demand.
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