Thailand

Thailand’s airlines plan to ask the country’s government to reduce fuel taxes, as concerns grow about the impact of the Middle East conflict on inbound tourism.

The need to refresh and bolster air forces in Southeast Asia outpaces the urgency for action.

The Royal Thai Air Force has awarded Israel Aerospace Industries a contract for its Integrated Air Defense System program, according to a Thai government document seen by Aviation Week.

Boeing has raised its 20-year commercial aircraft demand forecast for Southeast Asia.

The Trump administration has signed a flurry of deals with allies and partners that have the potential to reshape global supply chains.

Thailand’s upgrade to U.S. FAA Category 1 safety status in April has enabled the country to expand existing routes and establish new international services.

A day after announcing a sale to Thailand of one A330-800 MRTT, Airbus revealed a follow-on order for two more H225 helicopters from the Royal Thai Air Force.

The Royal Thai Air Force is to be the first customer for Airbus’ new Multi-Role Tanker Transport+ based on the A330-800 airliner.

Though inbound visitor numbers were up by significant margins in 2024, almost reaching 2019 levels, Thai tourism has sunk below last year’s levels again.

Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.

Thai SmartLynx is closing in on its air operator’s certificate; the ASG airline intends to meet wet-lease demand in Thailand and the wider region.

The Thai government is considering a plan for a bulk purchase of domestic air tickets to help stimulate tourism to regional areas of the country.

Thailand’s Royal Thai Air Force has secured cabinet approval to acquire Saab Gripen E/F fighters.

The Royal Thai Air Force has deployed two Saab JAS 39C/D Gripens alongside a pair of Lockheed Martin F-16A/Bs to conduct precision air strikes against Cambodian military targets, as armed clashes along the border enter a third day.

Etihad plans to take delivery of 10 Airbus A321LRs this year, a further 10 in 2026 and five slated for delivery each year in 2027 and 2028.

Thai Airways has gained approval to relist its shares following its multiyear restructuring efforts.

The Royal Thai Air Force has deployed six Lockheed Martin F-16A/B fighter jets in response to cross-border rocket and artillery attacks by Cambodian forces.

Thailand’s Central Bankruptcy Court has formally ended Thai Airways' business rehabilitation process, bringing to a close a four-year restructuring exercise.

The Royal Thai Air Force’s use of the Saab Gripen E/F in exercises involving foreign air forces—such as China’s—appears subject to certain limitations.

Thailand’s Bangchak Group has opened the kingdom’s first dedicated SAF facility as production capacity continues to ramp up in Asia-Pacific.

The latest airline route news, featuring network changes, schedule alterations, codeshares and interline agreements.

Saab is looking to wrap up negotiations and finalize contracts this year for Gripen E/F deals with Thailand and Colombia, CEO Micael Johansson says.

Thailand has regained its Category 1 safety rating from the FAA nearly a decade after being downgraded.

Thailand’s airport operator chief sees opportunities to get ahead of growing passenger and airline demand.

The Royal Thai Air Force is looking for a tanker platform to refuel Lockheed Martin F-16s and Saab Gripens.