news Scmp World 2026-07-24

Smaller Asian Airlines Expand Routes Amid Rising Costs and Conflict

Despite soaring jet fuel prices and Middle East conflict disruptions, smaller Asian airlines like India's Akasa Air and Malaysia's AirBorneo are pursuing route expansions. Analysts see this as a growth opportunity as larger carriers face capacity constraints.

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