Singapore Airlines (SQ) and its low-cost subsidiary Scoot (TR) have extended the suspension of several Middle East routes as the ongoing conflict linked to Iran continues to disrupt regional airspace and airline operations.
Author: David Hughes
Qantas Airways (QF) will briefly operate two Airbus A380 departures to London in a rare move that will see the airline run an additional long-haul service from Australia.
AirAsia X (D7) will suspend its Darwin services to Bali and Kuala Lumpur from late April 2026, marking a strategic shift in its Australian network.
Singapore Airlines (SQ) and Cathay Pacific (CX) could see short-term gains as Middle East airspace closures disrupt major Gulf hubs and reroute global traffic flows.
Thai Airways International (TG) has confirmed it is in discussions to lease 10 Boeing 787-8 aircraft as part of its fleet replacement programme.
Qantas (QF) will end Airbus A380 operations on the Melbourne (MEL) – Los Angeles (LAX) route from 24 October 2026, replacing all services with Boeing 787-9 aircraft.
Singapore will acquire Gulfstream G550 Maritime Surveillance Aircraft to enhance maritime domain awareness and complement its planned Boeing P-8A Poseidon fleet, strengthening protection of vital sea lines of communication.
EVA Air (BR) will launch nonstop flights between Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) on June 26, operating 4 times weekly.
Scoot (TR) has launched direct flights between Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), entering one of Asia’s most competitive long-haul leisure and business routes.
Melbourne Airport (MEL) has unveiled plans for a major $4.5 billion expansion of its international terminal, reinforcing its position as Australia’s largest 24-hour gateway.