As we head into 2026, the helicopter market in Southeast Asia (ASEAN) is showing fresh momentum. Operators and manufacturers are navigating a post-pandemic landscape marked by returning demand..
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in ASEAN and the broader Asia-Pacific are facing a new digital reality. Traditional SEO is no longer enough when..
Airports around the world are embracing a dual mission: achieving ambitious sustainability goals while integrating advanced technologies to enhance..
Day 2 of our 3 Day series shifts focus to the bustling world of airside logistics and ground handling, where every minute on the tarmac counts. (In Day 1, we looked at strategic overviews of airport operations,..
Ground handling is entering a new era of sustainability and efficiency. A critical part of this evolution is the transition from diesel vehicles to electric Ground...
Electric ground support equipment (eGSE) is no longer a futuristic concept – it’s here on the ramp today. Airports across Southeast Asia and beyond are transitioning their baggage tractors, belt loaders, and other GSE from diesel to electric in pursuit...
Electric Ground Support Equipment (eGSE) are transforming airport operations and sustainability, but they can only succeed with strong infrastructure planning. For airports,...
Ground handling is entering a new era of sustainability and efficiency. A critical part of this evolution is the transition from diesel vehicles to electric Ground...
Global air travel has truly rebounded and booming; putting intense pressure on airports to move ever-growing crowds smoothly through their terminals.
Electric ground support equipment (eGSE) is transforming the bustle of airport ramps. Imagine baggage tractors quietly ferrying luggage without belching diesel fumes, or aircraft pushback tugs moving jets with a gentle electric hum instead of engine roar.
The 55th Paris Air Show 2025 (June 16–20) brought together over 2,500 exhibitors from 48 countries and attracted about 300,000 visitors.
The 55th Paris Air Show at Le Bourget (June 16–20, 2025) is in full swing, marked by blockbuster aircraft orders, strategic defense updates, and a strong focus on green innovation
Let’s take a look at the Mi-8’s technical capabilities – its payload, range, lift capacity, crew/passenger limits, and weather durability – and examines real-world operations in Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.
The consensus is that small electric trainers and air taxis will lead the way in certification, followed by commuter/regional planes later in the decade once standards and confidence are established.
Lao Airlines, the flag carrier of Laos, is charting an ambitious expansion course through 2025.
The Mil Mi-8/17 series of helicopters (including variants Mi-17, Mi-171, Mi-172) is among the most widely used rotorcraft in the world, with over 17,000 units produced and operated by more than 50 countries.
The ground handling sector is undergoing a technological transformation. Facing pressure to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance safety, ground service providers and airports are investing in automation and digital solutions.
Airport ground handling operations are at the heart of airline efficiency and passenger satisfaction.
This comprehensive training program is designed for licensed helicopter pilots converting to the Mil Mi-8, Mi-171, or Mi-172 types after initial pilot training.
A rotary-wing pilot who already holds a Private Pilot License (Helicopter) can progress through a series of steps to earn higher certifications under Lao PDR’s Department of Civil Aviation (DCA) regulations.
AS350 B2 – also marketed as the Airbus H125 and nicknamed the AStar (Écureuil or “Squirrel”) – is renowned for its power, versatility, and dependability.
The aviation maintenance sector is undergoing a digital revolution.
Blockchain is essentially a secure, decentralized digital ledger that records transactions or data across multiple computers.
Environmental sustainability has become a central focus in aviation, and that extends to ground handling operations.
Effective ground handling relies on skilled, well-trained personnel. From marshaling aircraft to operating complex equipment, ground handlers must perform tasks accurately and safely in a high-pressure environment.
Ground handling involves a complex web of activities performed by various companies at airports worldwide.
In the vast skies of the aviation world, few carriers have managed to redefine the essence of air travel like Air Vistara Airlines.
In the expansive sky of the aviation industry, where giants dominate the clouds, there’s a name that has been steadily rising, establishing itself as a paragon of reliability and excellence – Pawan Hans Airlines.

