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AIRLINES

Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 7, 2014
MH17 crash victims' families say Dutch probe has failed, seek U.N. investigation
Relatives of MH17 crash victims, angered by what they see as Dutch mishandling of inquiries into the disaster, want a special U.N. envoy to launch an international investigation.
WORLD
Dec 3, 2014
Iranian hacking targeting airlines, energy, infrastructure firms said posing serious physical threat
Iranian hackers have infiltrated some of the world's top energy, transport and infrastructure companies over the past two years in a campaign that could allow them to eventually cause physical damage, according to U.S. cybersecurity firm Cylance.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies / FOCUS
Nov 29, 2014
JAL-Skymark plan poses hazard to aviation market
With the government reluctant to push any tie-up, the outlook for the partnership that struggling Skymark Airlines Inc. is aggressively seeking to form with Japan Airlines Co. remains cloudy.
COMMENTARY
Nov 27, 2014
In India, sadly, flying and fighting go together
Why do manners go out the window as soon as Indians board a plane?
WORLD
Nov 27, 2014
Drone close-calls with airliners a daily occurence in U.S., FAA reports
Civilian drones are flying so close to airplanes so frequently that the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration is receiving almost one incident report a day.
BUSINESS
Nov 20, 2014
Budget carrier Hong Kong Express to increase Japan flights by summer
Low-cost carrier Hong Kong Express Airways Ltd. will increase flights to Japan by around 10 per week by next summer, an airline official said Thursday.
BUSINESS / Companies
Nov 10, 2014
SMBC Aviation places $8.5 billion order for Boeing jets on Asian demand
Boeing Co. won an $8.5 billion order from Japanese lessor SMBC Aviation Capital Ltd. as Asian aircraft-leasing companies bet on demand for new planes to serve the region's travel growth.
BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 30, 2014
Skymark says it may collapse if forced to pay A380 contract fine
Skymark Airlines Inc., the nation's third-largest carrier, repeated it is at risk of going out of business should it have to pay Airbus Group NV a penalty after its planned purchase of six A380 superjumbos fell through.
JAPAN
Oct 26, 2014
Saga government to subsidize excess baggage fee on China-bound flight
The Saga Prefectural Government on Monday will begin paying a portion of excess baggage fees on Chinese budget carrier Spring Airlines' flights to Shanghai and Shenzhen in a bid to spur local purchases by tourists from China.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Oct 26, 2014
Special report: why Ukraine's revolution remains unfinished
In the afternoon of Feb. 20, after the morning's dead had been cleared away, Volodymyr Melnychuk arrived outside Kiev's October palace.
BUSINESS
Oct 23, 2014
American Airlines to reach more Japanese cities through Jetstar network
American Airlines said Wednesday it will start code share flights with Jetstar Japan Co. on five routes in Japan from Narita International Airport on Sunday, a move aimed at increasing convenience for passengers to fly to and from regiional Japanese cities.
BUSINESS / Markets
Oct 22, 2014
Ebola raises airline bond risk, similar to SARS scare
The bond risk of ANA Holdings Inc. rose the most of any company in Japan as the spread of Ebola to two health workers in the U.S. rekindled memories of the severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) epidemic in 2002 and 2003.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Oct 16, 2014
Mitsubishi Aircraft to roll out first passenger jet after four-year delay
It has almost four years late in arriving. Now, with a helping hand from bullet train specialists, Japan's first passenger jet is about to make its debut.
BUSINESS / Markets
Oct 14, 2014
Wall St. drops in late selloff; energy, airlines fall
U.S. stocks dropped more than 1 percent on Monday, with the S&P 500 closing below a key technical support level, as declines in energy and airline shares led a late-day selloff.
WORLD / Science & Health
Oct 7, 2014
U.S. airline group to meet with health officials on Ebola
A U.S. airlines trade group said it would meet with health and safety officials on Monday to discuss whether additional screenings for Ebola could improve on measures already in place to contain the spread of the deadly virus.
BASKETBALL / BJ-LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Oct 2, 2014
Key questions entering 10th season
Japan's first men's pro basketball circuit tips off its 10th season with 10 games on Saturday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Sep 27, 2014
Chicago-area air traffic control center fire affects 1,750 flights
A fire apparently set by an employee at a Chicago-area air traffic control center led to the cancelation of more than 1,700 flights at the city's two major airports, snarling air traffic across the United States, officials said.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / BJ-LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Sep 25, 2014
Turkish Airlines becomes top sponsor
In a move that could have a profound impact on the professional basketball landscape in Japan, Turkish Airlines has agreed to become the title sponsor for the bj-league.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / WHEN EAST MARRIES WEST
Sep 17, 2014
Fear of flying: What to do when trapped next to a weirdo?
Airlines advise us what to do in in-flight emergencies, but what should you do if you get seated beside a nutter?
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 7, 2014
Grieving Chinese familes of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 face police violence
Six months after Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 went missing, relatives of the victims, desperate for any hint of what happened, say Chinese authorities have become openly hostile toward them.
Who needs AI when you have Hatsune Miku?
Over the first six months of 2024, a handful of songs using Vocaloid singer Hatsune Miku’s voice have enjoyed widespread attention, underlining a global interest in the character and the technology she represents.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
China’s economic growth comes in worse than expected
Pedestrians in the Wangfujing shopping area in Beijing on July 11, 2024. China's economic growth in the second quarter was lower than forecast, adding pressure on Chinese leaders to lift confidence at the Chinese Communist Party's third plenum this week.
Kansai airports to increase takeoff and landing slots ahead of Osaka Expo
Kansai International Airport in Izumisano, Osaka Prefecture. The upper limit on the number of takeoff and landing slots at the airport as well as Kobe Airport in Hyogo Prefecture will be raised in spring next year ahead of the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka.
Shooter came within inches of killing Trump, but left few clues as to why
An aerial view shows the stage where Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump had been standing during an assassination attempt the day before, and the roof of a nearby building where a gunman was shot dead by law enforcement, in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Sunday.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
No AC this summer? No problem (for me).
Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.
She’s paying ¥1 million to help behind the scenes at the Paris Olympics
Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.

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