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Eastar Jet Launches Belly Cargo Services

Eastar Jet (South Korea) has officially entered the belly cargo business, launching operations on its Seoul Incheon–Bangkok route. This new initiative is part of the airline’s strategic plan to diversify its revenue streams and optimize the use of its passenger aircraft. The airline plans to expand its cargo services further, with routes to Tokyo, Osaka, Taipei, Shanghai, and Zhengzhouscheduled to commence in February 2024. These…

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AK Holdings Cancels Corporate Bond Issuance for Jeju Air

AK Holdings Co., the parent company of Jeju Air, has announced the cancellation of its planned corporate bond issuance. The company has also requested the credit rating agency to withdraw the associated rating for the bond. This decision marks a shift in AK Holdings’ financing strategy as it navigates ongoing challenges in the aviation sector.

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Jeju Air Faces Financial Pressure After B737-800 Crash

Jeju Air (South Korea) is bracing for increased financial challenges following the crash of one of its B737-800 aircraft. The incident has placed additional strain on the airline’s cash flow, already burdened by advance payments for airline tickets, which currently stand at approximately US$176.8 million.

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Air Incheon Appoints Kim Kwan-sik as CEO to Lead Asiana Cargo Acquisition

Air Incheon, South Korea’s dedicated cargo airline, has appointed Kim Kwan-sik as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This strategic appointment aims to leverage Kim’s extensive financial expertise to facilitate the airline’s acquisition of Asiana Airlines’ cargo business, a move set to position Air Incheon as a leading player in the nation’s air cargo industry.