In preparation for Malaysia’s 68th Merdeka (Independence Day) celebrations, the skies above Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) will see a temporary pause in flight activity. From August 26 to August 31, 2025, airspace around KLIA will be closed daily from 8:00am to 12:00pm, as part of national preparations and rehearsals leading up to the big […]
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HONG KONG, July 20 — Life in Hong Kong came to a sudden halt early Sunday as Typhoon Wipha barrelled closer, prompting the government to issue a T8 storm warning—its third-highest cyclone alert. As the winds howled and skies darkened, hundreds of flights were canceled, and daily routines were upended for thousands of residents. The […]
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Tehran, July 4 — After weeks of uncertainty, Iran has officially reopened its airspace, including airports in the capital Tehran, bringing a long-awaited sense of relief and normalcy to travelers and families across the country. The skies were closed on June 13 amid escalating tensions and violence with Israel. In the face of airstrikes and […]
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Air travel across the Middle East remained heavily disrupted on Sunday, as major airlines continued to steer clear of the region’s skies after recent U.S. military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. The airspace over Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Israel now lies largely empty — a clear reflection of the heightened fear and uncertainty following weeks […]
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NEW DELHI: In the aftermath of a devastating crash that shook the nation, India’s top aviation safety regulator has sought to bring some reassurance to travelers. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) confirmed on Tuesday, June 17, that its close inspection of Air India’s Boeing 787 fleet revealed no major safety issues. This announcement […]
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A routine flight turned into a terrifying ordeal for 156 passengers aboard Air India flight AI 379 on Friday morning, as a bomb threat forced the plane to make an emergency landing back in Phuket, Thailand. The flight had taken off from the popular island destination at 9:30 AM local time, heading for New Delhi. […]
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KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 — If you’re planning to fly with Malaysia Airlines or AirAsia soon, double-check how your name appears on your ticket — it now has to match your ID exactly, down to the last letter. Both airlines have rolled out new booking name policies in an effort to reduce check-in hassles and […]
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Kampala, Uganda — This week, Uganda opened its much-anticipated Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo, a vibrant celebration that brings together people passionate about exploring and sharing the country’s rich culture and breathtaking landscapes. Over three exciting days, the event aims to inspire more travelers to discover the heart and soul of Uganda. Ugandan Prime Minister […]
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In a moving show of solidarity, nearly 100 travel agencies and partners from Kolkata have come together to launch the “Chalo Kashmir” initiative—an emotional call to action to support the people of Kashmir and help revive its struggling tourism industry after the recent Pahalgam attack. These Kolkata-based agencies, which together facilitate travel for nearly 400,000 […]
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Srinagar, May 13 — After days of silence and uncertainty, the familiar sound of aircraft engines returned to the skies over Srinagar on Tuesday, bringing with it a sense of relief and renewed hope. Flight operations at Srinagar Airport officially resumed following a tense period of suspension triggered by regional security concerns. An official at […]
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