Bangkok Airways seeks 30 new jets to tap tourism boom

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Bangkok Airways is gearing up to order as many as 30 new aircraft as it renews its ageing fleet and plans for a tourism boost driven by the popularity of the television series The White Lotus.

Bangkok Airways has secured approval to increase the number of flights to 73 from 50 per day.

The hit show on the Max streaming service is expected to drive an influx of tourists to Thailand, with the government predicting a record 40 million visitors to the country this year.

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Category: EconomyBusiness

Markets: Thailand

Topics: Year Airport Samui Bangkok Million Puttipong Aircraft Airways Second Carrier Fleet

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Published On: 2025-03-19 @ 14:24:00 (6 hours ago)

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