Orient Aviation Daily Digest May 12, 2026
By Ryan Chase
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Malaysia Airlines reports "encouraging passenger demand" in March and April
Malaysia Airlines said its passenger traffic rose 30% in March, compared with the same month in 2025, and 8% in April. Read More »
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Philippine Airlines extends cancellation of Doha and Dubai routes
Philippine Airlines’ (PAL) nonstop flights to Doha will remain temporarily suspended until at least the end of June, while its Dubai services have been cancelled until at least the start of August. Read More »
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Australia’s domestic passenger traffic rose 1.4% in February
Airlines in Australia flew 4.41 million passengers on scheduled domestic flights in February, up from 4.35 million in-country air travellers in the same month in 2025. Read More »
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Boeing flew 777-9X test flight with cabin interiors last week
Boeing has completed the first flight of its 777-9X program with an aircraft featuring cabin interiors. Read More »
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Nauru Airlines introduces fuel surcharge adjustment
Nauru Airlines has applied a fuel surcharge adjustment on fares due to the continued increase in global fuel prices and operational expenses. Read More »
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Air India launches program focused on young travellers
Air India has launched "Cloud Chasers", a collection of products and services aimed at families travelling with young children. Read More »
