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5 days ago
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T'way Air Expands Taiwan Region Network with Jeju-Kaohsiung Service
Four Times Weekly Flights Connecting Southern Taiwan region with Korea's Island Paradise KAOHSIUNG, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — T'way Air, South Korea's leading low-cost carrier, has announced its new Jeju-Kaohsiung service, creating a direct link between Taiwan region's vibrant south and Korea's renowned island retreat. Since its inaugural flight on April 22, the service operates four times weekly – Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays – using Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The flight departs Jeju at 11:05 a.m. and arrives in Kaohsiung by 12:40 p.m. local time, maximizing leisure time for holiday travelers. The return flight leaves Kaohsiung at 1:40 p.m. and touches down in Jeju at 5:05 p.m. Tickets are now available on the official T'way Air website. This Jeju–Kaohsiung link marks T'way Air's third direct connection between southern Taiwan region and Korea—joining its Gimpo–Kaohsiung and Incheon–Kaohsiung routes. It also expands the broader Taiwan region–Korea network to include Gimpo–Songshan; Jeju–Taipei; Daegu–Taipei; and Incheon–Taichung services. The expanded network meets rising travel demand and offers passengers greater flexibility when planning their itineraries. Travelers from Kaohsiung can now reach Jeju island's most iconic attractions – climb Hallasan's summit, explore the scenic Jeju Olle trails or relax on Hamdeok Beach – without connecting through Seoul. Likewise, Jeju residents enjoy direct service to Kaohsiung, where they can immerse themselves in vibrant cultural venues, stroll the modern port district and browse its famous night markets to experience southern Taiwan region's warmth and traditions. 'With the launch of our Jeju–Kaohsiung service, we are delighted to bring Jeju's natural wonders even closer to our Taiwanese guests – and to introduce the rich culture of southern Taiwan region to Jeju islanders,' said Hong-Geun Jeong, CEO of T'way Air. 'We remain committed to safe, reliable operations and to fostering tourism and cultural exchange between these two extraordinary destinations.' T'way Air currently serves 50 destinations globally and plans to further expand its network. For more information, visit T'way Air official website: About T'way Air T'way Air Co., Ltd., headquartered in Daegu, South Korea, is a leading low-cost carrier (LCC) providing affordable and reliable air travel since 2010. T'way Air serves customers across East Asia, Southeast Asia, Central Asia, Oceania, and Europe with a modern fleet of Boeing 737-800s, 737 MAX 8s, and Airbus A330s. T'way Air continues to expand its global network, offering great value to passengers worldwide. For more information, please visit Media Contact T'WAY AIR Public Relations Team twaypr@ Jeju (CJU) – Kaoshiung (KHH) Flight Schedule Route Departs Arrives Frequency Aircraft CJU – KHH 11:05 12:40 Tue/Thur/Sat/Sun B737-800 KHH – CJU 13:40 17:05
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
T'way Air Expands Taiwan Region Network with Jeju-Kaohsiung Service
Four Times Weekly Flights Connecting Southern Taiwan region with Korea's Island Paradise KAOHSIUNG, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- T'way Air, South Korea's leading low-cost carrier, has announced its new Jeju-Kaohsiung service, creating a direct link between Taiwan region's vibrant south and Korea's renowned island retreat. Since its inaugural flight on April 22, the service operates four times weekly – Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays – using Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The flight departs Jeju at 11:05 a.m. and arrives in Kaohsiung by 12:40 p.m. local time, maximizing leisure time for holiday travelers. The return flight leaves Kaohsiung at 1:40 p.m. and touches down in Jeju at 5:05 p.m. Tickets are now available on the official T'way Air website. This Jeju–Kaohsiung link marks T'way Air's third direct connection between southern Taiwan region and Korea—joining its Gimpo–Kaohsiung and Incheon–Kaohsiung routes. It also expands the broader Taiwan region–Korea network to include Gimpo–Songshan; Jeju–Taipei; Daegu–Taipei; and Incheon–Taichung services. The expanded network meets rising travel demand and offers passengers greater flexibility when planning their itineraries. Travelers from Kaohsiung can now reach Jeju island's most iconic attractions – climb Hallasan's summit, explore the scenic Jeju Olle trails or relax on Hamdeok Beach – without connecting through Seoul. Likewise, Jeju residents enjoy direct service to Kaohsiung, where they can immerse themselves in vibrant cultural venues, stroll the modern port district and browse its famous night markets to experience southern Taiwan region's warmth and traditions. "With the launch of our Jeju–Kaohsiung service, we are delighted to bring Jeju's natural wonders even closer to our Taiwanese guests – and to introduce the rich culture of southern Taiwan region to Jeju islanders," said Hong-Geun Jeong, CEO of T'way Air. "We remain committed to safe, reliable operations and to fostering tourism and cultural exchange between these two extraordinary destinations." T'way Air currently serves 50 destinations globally and plans to further expand its network. For more information, visit T'way Air official website: About T'way Air T'way Air Co., Ltd., headquartered in Daegu, South Korea, is a leading low-cost carrier (LCC) providing affordable and reliable air travel since 2010. T'way Air serves customers across East Asia, Southeast Asia, Central Asia, Oceania, and Europe with a modern fleet of Boeing 737-800s, 737 MAX 8s, and Airbus A330s. T'way Air continues to expand its global network, offering great value to passengers worldwide. For more information, please visit Media Contact T'WAY AIR Public Relations Team twaypr@ Jeju (CJU) - Kaoshiung (KHH) Flight Schedule Route Departs Arrives Frequency Aircraft CJU – KHH 11:05 12:40 Tue/Thur/Sat/Sun B737-800 KHH – CJU 13:40 17:05 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE T'way Air Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
6 days ago
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- Yahoo
T'way Air Expands Taiwan Region Network with Jeju-Kaohsiung Service
Four Times Weekly Flights Connecting Southern Taiwan region with Korea's Island Paradise KAOHSIUNG, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- T'way Air, South Korea's leading low-cost carrier, has announced its new Jeju-Kaohsiung service, creating a direct link between Taiwan region's vibrant south and Korea's renowned island retreat. Since its inaugural flight on April 22, the service operates four times weekly – Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays – using Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The flight departs Jeju at 11:05 a.m. and arrives in Kaohsiung by 12:40 p.m. local time, maximizing leisure time for holiday travelers. The return flight leaves Kaohsiung at 1:40 p.m. and touches down in Jeju at 5:05 p.m. Tickets are now available on the official T'way Air website. This Jeju–Kaohsiung link marks T'way Air's third direct connection between southern Taiwan region and Korea—joining its Gimpo–Kaohsiung and Incheon–Kaohsiung routes. It also expands the broader Taiwan region–Korea network to include Gimpo–Songshan; Jeju–Taipei; Daegu–Taipei; and Incheon–Taichung services. The expanded network meets rising travel demand and offers passengers greater flexibility when planning their itineraries. Travelers from Kaohsiung can now reach Jeju island's most iconic attractions – climb Hallasan's summit, explore the scenic Jeju Olle trails or relax on Hamdeok Beach – without connecting through Seoul. Likewise, Jeju residents enjoy direct service to Kaohsiung, where they can immerse themselves in vibrant cultural venues, stroll the modern port district and browse its famous night markets to experience southern Taiwan region's warmth and traditions. "With the launch of our Jeju–Kaohsiung service, we are delighted to bring Jeju's natural wonders even closer to our Taiwanese guests – and to introduce the rich culture of southern Taiwan region to Jeju islanders," said Hong-Geun Jeong, CEO of T'way Air. "We remain committed to safe, reliable operations and to fostering tourism and cultural exchange between these two extraordinary destinations." T'way Air currently serves 50 destinations globally and plans to further expand its network. For more information, visit T'way Air official website: About T'way Air T'way Air Co., Ltd., headquartered in Daegu, South Korea, is a leading low-cost carrier (LCC) providing affordable and reliable air travel since 2010. T'way Air serves customers across East Asia, Southeast Asia, Central Asia, Oceania, and Europe with a modern fleet of Boeing 737-800s, 737 MAX 8s, and Airbus A330s. T'way Air continues to expand its global network, offering great value to passengers worldwide. For more information, please visit Media Contact T'WAY AIR Public Relations Team twaypr@ Jeju (CJU) - Kaoshiung (KHH) Flight Schedule Route Departs Arrives Frequency Aircraft CJU – KHH 11:05 12:40 Tue/Thur/Sat/Sun B737-800 KHH – CJU 13:40 17:05 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE T'way Air
Forbes
02-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Boeing 737 MAX Tariffs Push Ryanair To Toy With Aircraft It Can't Fly
Ryanair's CEO, Michael O'Leary, has warned that the airline will reassess its orders for up to 329 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft due to the added costs of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. O'Leary toyed with the notion that the airline might acquire China's COMAC C919 planes, though these are neither certified for the airline to fly nor available in the quantities necessary. Responding to O'Leary's speculative claim, U.S. representative Raja Krishnamoorthi warned that COMAC presents a security risk. Krishnamoorthi cited COMAC's close ties to the Chinese military and speculated the manufacturer may have acquired intellectual property illegally to build its aircraft. Ryanair's CEO responded to Krishnamoorthi in a letter on Thursday, Ryanair pointing the finger directly at the cost-impact of President Donald Trump's trade war. 'If the US government proceeds with its ill-judged plan to impose tariffs and if these tariffs materially affect the price of Boeing aircraft exports to Europe, then we would certainly reassess [Ryanair orders] Ryanair operates an all-Boeing fleet of Boeing 737s, including 205 Boeing 737-800s and 119 Boeing 737 MAX 8s. The airline has ordered additional aircraft, including 29 737 MAX 8s, with the last delivery scheduled for March next year. Ryanair has also ordered 150 737 MAX 10s, with options for an additional 150 and deliveries planned over the next decade. COMAC's planes have not yet passed the European Union Aviation Safety Agency certification. While the manufacturer has been attempting to win over carriers in Southeast Asia, its current production rate is too low for COMAC to pose any serious threat to the Airbus and Boeing duopoly. Even if China can follow through on its promise to help COMAC reach a production rate of 150 aircraft per year by 2028, it will still lag far behind. However, Boeing's 737 MAX 10 is still pending FAA certification, so Ryanair could face delayed deliveries of its future aircraft regardless. Ryanair's main issue is to avoid an unsustainable price increase on the 737 MAX 8s it is due to take delivery of over the coming year. In the letter to the Congressman, O'Leary said keeping these costs low 'is vital to our business model.' Boeing delivered 105 737s during the first quarter of this year, representing a significant share of its 130 aircraft delivered in total and an improvement over the 67 units delivered in the first quarter of last year. The company is on the path to recovery from numerous complications and delays that followed the Alaska Airlines 737 MAX mid-exit door plug blowout last year. In its first quarter results, Boeing said it still plans to reach a 737 production rate of 38 units per month this year. The U.S. manufacturer's commercial aircraft division is still operating at a loss of $537 million for the quarter. However, this is better than the $1.14 billion loss reported through March of last year. Its current commercial aircraft order backlog is $460 billion. A postponement of deliveries while the tariff dispute plays out would affect the airline's capacity and Boeing's revenue but might prove inevitable unless the Trump administration rethinks its current strategy to remove tariffs on new aircraft. 'It is up to Boeing and the U.S. government to ensure that its great aircraft are competitively priced,' O'Leary said. These tariffs are impacting airlines and aircraft manufacturers on both sides of the pond, with U.S. airlines looking for creative ways to avoid the added costs and Airbus blankly stating it will not take on the burden.
RTÉ News
24-04-2025
- Business
- RTÉ News
Chinese customers are rejecting new jets due to tariffs, Boeing confirms
Boeing's Chinese customers are refusing delivery of new planes built for them due to tariffs, the US planemaker has confirmed, as a third Boeing jet started returning to the US today. "Due to the tariffs, many of our customers in China have indicated that they will not take delivery," CEO Kelly Ortberg said during a first quarter earnings call yesterday. Ortberg said China was the only country where Boeing was facing this issue and the planemaker would redirect new jet supply to other customers eager for earlier deliveries due to a global shortage of new commercial planes. Before President Donald Trump's global trade offensive, commercial jets were traded duty-free worldwide under a 1979 civil aviation agreement. A Chinese airline taking delivery of a Boeing jet could now be hit hard by the retaliatory tariffs imposed by Beijing on the import of US goods. A new 737 MAX has a market value of around $55m, according to IBA, an aviation consultancy. Two 737 MAX 8s, which had been ferried to China in March for delivery to Xiamen Airlines, returned to Boeing's production hub in Seattle in the past week. A third 737 MAX 8 left Boeing's Zhoushan completion centre near Shanghai for the US territory of Guam today, data from flight trackers AirNav Radar and Flightradar24 showed. The plane was initially built for national carrier Air China, according to the Aviation Flights Group tracking database. Air China did not immediately respond to a request for comment. It had been ferried from Seattle on April 5, in the period between Trump first announcing tariffs on China and Beijing starting to enforce its own ramped up tariffs on US goods. Guam is one of the stops such flights make on the 5,000 mile journey across the Pacific between Seattle and Zhoushan, where planes are ferried by Boeing for final work and delivery to a Chinese carrier. The Chinese government has not commented on why the planes were being returned. Boeing's CFO Brian West said that China represents around 10% of Boeing's backlog of commercial planes. Boeing had planned to deliver around 50 new planes to China during the rest of the year, West said, and was assessing options for re-marketing the 41 already built or in-process airplanes. "For the nine airplanes not yet in the production system, we're engaged with our customers to understand their intentions for taking delivery and if necessary, we have the ability to assign those positions to other customers," Ortberg said. "We're not going to continue to build aircraft for customers who will not take them," Ortberg said. Tracking data from Aviation Flights Group shows 36 built aircraft for Chinese customers at various stages of production and testing are now in the US, including the three returned planes. Boeing data shows 130 unfilled orders for China-based airlines and lessors, including 96 of its best-selling 737 MAX model. Industry sources say a significant portion of the more than 760 unfilled orders for which Boeing has yet to name a buyer are for China. The tariff war comes as Boeing has been recovering from an almost five-year import freeze on 737 MAX jets into China and a previous round of trade tensions. West said the issue is a short-term challenge, and that either China starts taking planes again, or Boeing prepares the jets for re-marketing. "Customers are calling, asking for additional airplanes," he said. Washington signalled openness to de-escalating the trade war this week, stating that high tariffs between the US and China are not sustainable. However, analysts say that confusion over changing tariffs could leave many aircraft deliveries in limbo, with some airline CEOs suggesting they would defer plane delivery rather than pay duties.
