Etihad Airways has launched daily Airbus A380 flights to Bangkok, bringing its exclusive three-room Residence suite and expanded premium capacity to Thailand for the first time.
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Thailand’s Queen Suthida flies a JAS-39C Gripen solo after military training, marking a major aviation milestone in 2026.
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Two women were arrested at Phuket International Airport (HKT) after authorities allegedly discovered more than 32 kilograms of cannabis flowers concealed inside their luggage during separate inspections in the airport’s international departures terminal.
Emirates adds a third daily A350 flight between Dubai and Phuket, bringing Premium Economy to the Thai resort island.
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T’way Air and Air Busan reduce Thailand flights and raise fuel surcharges as jet fuel prices rise, impacting South Korea–Thailand air travel.