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Singapore Airlines, with its hub at Changi Airport, is the flag carrier of Singapore.
The interior of Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 after an emergency landing at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International Airport on May 21, 2024. Photo: Reuters
Singapore

‘I owe him’: wife of man who died after turbulence sues Singapore Airlines

‘Nothing prepared me for hearing he had died. It was absolutely devastating,’ said Linda Kitchen, who broke her back during the 2024 incident.

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Temasek backs Singapore Airlines’ Air India investment

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Singapore

Singapore MP opposes Temasek funding for Air India amid US$1.5 billion plea

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Singapore

Singapore telco slashes CEO’s salary after outages

A deadly outage in Australia and others in Singapore led Singtel to cut executive pay despite posting strong profits.

The headquarters of Singapore Telecommunications (Singtel) in Singapore. Photo: AFP
Singapore

Oman Air targets Singapore with nonstop flight as Gulf carriers ramp up services

Flights to Gulf hub airports, which were closed at the start of the Iran war, returned to around 90 per cent of normal levels by mid-June.

US, Israel war on Iran

Asian airfares look set to fall as jet fuel prices ease on US-Iran deal

Budget carriers will lead the charge but the pace is likely to be gradual as airlines wait for more clarity on the Iran war, experts say.

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Indian man jailed for molesting flight attendant on Singapore Airlines plane

Akash Tiwari was also ordered to pay US$982 in compensation to the victim who told him not to touch her, but he smirked instead of apologising.

An Indian national was jailed for molesting a Singapore Airlines flight attendant. Photo: EPA
Australia

Inside Australia’s first major new airport in more than 50 years

Western Sydney Airport in Badgerys Creek will operate 24 hours a day, unlike its current counterpart, which is subject to noise regulations.

Aviation

Aviation leaders face Iran war fuel shock, rising fare prices at Rio summit

The annual industry meeting comes as airlines also battle a shortage of new aircraft.

Cathay Pacific

High-altitude turbulence tricky to spot, experts say, as Cathay looks into case

Cathay Pacific says it is ‘gathering facts’ surrounding case of severe turbulence that injured 10 on flight from Brisbane.

Ambulances wait at Hong Kong International Airport on Saturday morning for the Brisbane flight. Photo: Handout
Cathay Pacific

Singapore Airlines faces narrow window to gain market share from Gulf rivals

SIA can capture more Asia-Europe traffic due to its strong oil hedging strategy and balance sheet, and the Iran war’s impact, analysts say.

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Singapore Airlines planes sit on the tarmac at Changi Airport in Singapore. SIA says it will increase services to several European cities including Manchester, Milan and Munich. Photo: Reuters
Singapore

Final report reveals truth behind deadly Singapore Airlines turbulence

Investigators concluded it was ‘likely’ the jet’s radar failed to detect bad weather before the turbulence hit in 2024.

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Asean

New direction: Southeast Asian airports fill Middle East hub gap

SIA, Cathay, Korean Air and Qantas have reported an increase in demand for European routes as travellers avoid Middle Eastern hubs.

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US, Israel war on Iran

Asian airlines face ‘major headwind’ from jet fuel costs, forcing flight changes

Fuel has jumped from 25 per cent of total operating costs for airlines to nearly 45 per cent in a matter of weeks, analysts say.

Aircraft queue up on the tarmac before taking off at Mumbai airport. Photo: AFP
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Indian man charged with molesting flight attendant on Singapore Airlines plane

Akash Tiwari followed the victim multiple times and returned to his seat only after she reported the matter to her supervisor.

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An Indian national has been charged with molesting and harassing a Singapore Airlines flight attendant. Photo: AP
Aviation

Asian airlines emerge on top as travellers fight for flights out of Middle East

Travellers caught in the chaos are re-routing through Asian hubs and the region’s carriers are reaping the rewards.

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Middle East

Asia’s travel sector rattled by Iran attacks, fears of ‘domino effect’ slowdown

Airlines are bracing for higher oil prices, continuous flight disruptions and plunging traveller confidence.

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Video | Singapore bans ‘undesirable’ visitors

Airlines that fly into city state required to deny access to passengers flagged as risks.

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Singapore begins ban on ‘undesirable’ visitors, airlines to comply or face fine

Among such visitors barred from entering are those with a criminal record in Singapore or who pose a threat to public safety.

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Hong Kong transport

Air travellers are being urged to ditch power banks. Here’s why

Hong Kong tour operator says it has asked its clients to bring charging cables instead.

The Philippines

Soap opera in the sky: why Philippine Airlines’ safety video became a viral hit

The melodramatic Filipino teleserye-style video has racked up millions of views online by blending safety rules with storytelling.

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Screenshot from Philippine Airlines’ new soap opera-styled safety video. Photo: Philippine Airlines
Crime

Mile-high crime club: theft syndicates target Asia’s airlines

Experts say rising passenger volumes, including an influx of Chinese travellers amid visa-free schemes, have attracted gangs operating in the skies.

A man was jailed for 20 months for stealing luggage on a Singapore Airlines flight from Dubai to the city state. Photo: AFP
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Business class thief jailed after targeting Singapore Airlines passengers

The prosecution said Chinese national Liu Ming’s act was financed by a criminal syndicate.

Style Edit

Style Edit: Noble Panacea has landed in Hong Kong – meet CEO Céline Talabaza

The brand recently opened a flagship counter at Hong Kong’s Lane Crawford and launched the groundbreaking Absolute Peptide8 Night Serum.

Accidents and personal safety

Overheated power bank catches fire on Scoot flight from Hong Kong to Singapore

Airline says cabin crew extinguished the flame quickly, with none injured on flight TR939 on Saturday evening.

The fire was quickly extinguished by cabin crew and no one was injured, according to a Scoot spokesman. Photo: Getty Images
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Singapore Airlines profit nosedives amid Air India losses and fierce competition

Air India, struggling after a fatal crash this year, seeks US$1.1 billion in financial support from its owners, Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines.

A Singapore Airlines plane arrives at the international terminal at Sydney Airport. Photo: Reuters
SCMP Highlights

Tony Leung’s first European role, Yun-Gui fusion food: 7 Lifestyle highlights

From a Chinese star’s best actress win at Venice to the rise of Yun-Gui fusion cuisine, here are seven stories from SCMP’s recent reporting.

Asia travel

Singapore Airlines’ new safety video vs Cathay Pacific’s. How do they compare?

Singapore Airlines’ new video and Cathay Pacific’s from 2024 both play on local culture to drive home safety messages. Which does it best?

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