Japan Airlines has quietly entered a new era of regional influence through its undisclosed stake acquisition in Hanjin KAL, the parent company of Korean Air. This marks the first time Japan’s flag carrier has invested directly in a foreign airline group, generating significant interest across Asia’s aviation sector as both carriers reshape competitive dynamics and…
Asia‑US air‑cargo rates are gaining momentum as route‐specific pressures reshape pricing dynamics.
Eastar Jet is finalizing preparations to introduce a new Boeing 737-8 MAX into its fleet, a strategic addition that signals renewed growth and competitive ambition for the Seoul-based carrier.
Starlux Launches Taipei Taichung Busan Flights as Starlux Airlines announces the introduction of new direct services connecting Taiwan with Busan, strengthening air links between Taiwan and South Korea and expanding the carrier’s regional Northeast Asia network.
All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Air Incheon have officially launched a codeshare agreement on freighter services connecting Japan and South Korea, effective September 15, 2025. The collaboration enables both carriers to sell cargo space on flights operated by either airline, creating greater flexibility and expanding options for shippers between the two markets. By combining the strengths of their…
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has inaugurated a landmark service, launching its first-ever non-stop connection between Scandinavia and Korea. The new route, linking Copenhagen with Seoul, was officially launched on September 12, 2025, and represents a major expansion in SAS’s long-haul network.
T’way Air has announced that it will undergo a full rebranding, emerging as Trinity Airways by early 2026. The rebrand signifies a dramatic shift in the airline’s identity and strategic positioning, aligning with its rapid European expansion and the launch of new long-haul operations.
AirZeta, formerly known as Air Incheon, has officially completed the acquisition of Asiana Airlines’ cargo divisionand begun operations under its new identity. The transaction, valued at $322.5 million, was finalized on 1 August 2025, following the formal transfer of all rights and obligations related to Asiana’s international freighter cargo operations the day before.
Jeju Air’s fatal crash of a Boeing 737‑800 at Muan International Airport on December 29, 2024, continues to generate attention following a new update from South Korea’s Aviation and Railway Accident Investigation Board (ARAIB). The latest findings reveal that one engine remained functional after a bird strike, but was not utilized correctly during the emergency.
