Anutin orders urgent drug crackdown meeting after Australia-linked smuggling cases
WEDNESDAY, JULY 01, 2026
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered narcotics agencies and Airports of Thailand to hold urgent talks after two Australia-linked drug cases raised concerns over Thailand’s image, aviation-hub ambitions and OECD accession target.
Hat Yai runway reopens after fire vehicle accident delays 12 flights
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2026
Hat Yai Airport resumed normal runway operations at 4.30pm after an accident involving a firefighting support vehicle caused 12 flight delays and two diversions.
AOT says more than 49,000 passengers hit by Middle East airspace closures
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 04, 2026
Airports of Thailand says the Middle East conflict continues to disrupt travel, with 328 flights cancelled or delayed between February 28 and March 4, affecting more than 49,000 passengers.
AOT says 134 flights affected by Middle East tensions; six airports operating normally
MONDAY, MARCH 02, 2026
Airports of Thailand (AOT) said unrest linked to Israel-Iran clashes on February 28-March 1, 2026 led some airlines to adjust flight plans, affecting 134 flights across AOT-managed airports. AOT said all six airports remain open and passenger assistance is in place.
Thai Airports Brace for 4.1-Million Passenger Surge as Lunar New Year Travel Peaks
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 09, 2026
Airports of Thailand launches ‘World-Class Hospitality’ drive for 4.11 million travellers while tightening health protocols to counter Nipah virus risks
AOT confident passenger growth of 6% to 135 million, plans airport fee hike
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 02, 2026
AOT expects a 6% rise in passengers this year to 135 million, with continued growth in charter flights and a planned increase in passenger service charges.