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Hong Kong Airlines plane issues mayday call amid runway closure in Taipei
Published on 10/02/2026
» A Hong Kong Airlines flight was among three aircraft forced to circle above Taoyuan Airport in Taiwan and issue mayday distress calls over fuel concerns after a runway closure disrupted arrivals.
Hong Kong ranked fourth for 'post-Covid air transit connectivity in Asia-Pacific'
Published on 06/01/2026
» Hong Kong ranked fourth in a university study on air transit connectivity at 16 aviation hubs across the Asia-Pacific in 2023.
Taipei attacker acted alone, police say after four die
Reuters, Published on 20/12/2025
» TAIPEI — The man suspected of carrying out an attack in Taiwan with a smoke grenade and knife acted alone, police said on Saturday of the incident that killed four, including the attacker.
Typhoon Podul blows through southern Taiwan
News, Reuters, Published on 13/08/2025
» TAIPEI - Typhoon Podul blew through southern Taiwan on Wednesday, packing winds of up to 191 kph (118 mph) and leaving one person missing, as a large area of the island shut down and hundreds of flights were cancelled.
Thai Airways, Asian airlines re-route, cancel flights due to India-Pakistan conflict
Reuters, Published on 07/05/2025
» Thai Airways International (THAI) on Wednesday said it would re-route flights with destinations to Europe and South Asia starting early on Wednesday morning due to the closure of Pakistani airspace and airports because of the conflict in South Asia.
EVA Air to Launch Taipei–Dallas Flights in October
Published on 29/04/2025
» TAIPEI — EVA Air will launch nonstop passenger flights between Taipei and Dallas on 3 October 2025, introducing three weekly services and expanding its North American network to nine passenger gateways. These include Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Seattle, Toronto, and Vancouver, in addition to the new Dallas route.
Yu's couch dreams turn Augusta reality
Sports, Published on 10/04/2025
» Kevin Yu recalls setting his alarm clock at around midnight for four days every April to watch the Masters Tournament live on TV. At times, his father, who was a golf teacher, would join him on the couch in their home when the leaders were marching down the back nine, and they would occasionally imagine themselves walking along the hallowed turf at Augusta National.
EVA Air Unveils New Premium Economy, Raising Industry Standard
Published on 20/02/2025
» EVA Air unveiled its fourth-generation Premium Economy Class seats with an industry-leading seat pitch of 42 inches. It was presented during the “Focus on Evolution: Taking Off with Heart” launch event at Evergreen Aviation Technologies Corporation’s No. 4 Hangar. Presided over by EVA Air President Clay Sun, the event showcased the airline’s latest seat design. This is the first time the airline has introduced the new Premium Economy Class on the Boeing 787-9, elevating the design concept from an “upgraded economy” standard to a “business-class-like” experience. The airline aims to offer a refined and comfortable cabin experience, strengthening its comprehensive three-class service offerings.
EVA Air Pioneers Sharkskin Technology for Greener Flights
Published on 26/08/2024
» Lufthansa Technik AG is proud to announce EVA Air as the first Asian airline to sign up for modifications with its drag-reducing, and hence fuel-saving, AeroSHARK surface technology, jointly developed with BASF. The Taipei-based airline has decided to modify its entire cargo fleet of nine Boeing 777F long-range freighters with the innovative riblet films, covering the aircraft’s fuselage and engine nacelles. With B-16786, the first EVA Air freighter has already undergone this comprehensive modification at the airline’s home base at Taipei Taoyuan International Airport. Closely guided by Lufthansa Technik, the modification was carried out by EVA Air's affiliate, Evergreen Aviation Technologies Corp. (EGAT). The aircraft is expected to re-enter commercial service in early September.
Thais in Taiwan warned to stay alert as typhoon nears
Online Reporters, Published on 24/07/2024
» Thais in Taiwan have been advised to strictly follow orders given by authorities as the country goes on the alert, with Typhoon Gaemi expected to make landfall on Wednesday evening.