(Photo: Reuters)Asia's premier aviation event is poised to showcase planes, ‌parts and weapons as the industry juggles growing demand for air travel with ​geopolitical challenges and chronic supply constraints. Airlines are working to solidify their post-pandemic recoveries and expanding fleets while manufacturers continue to grapple with lingering supply chain bottlenecks and trade restrictions. Like other manufacturers, Comac has also fallen short of its own delivery targets, primarily due to supply chain challenges. Sustainability will feature prominently at this year's event, particularly developments in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and next-generation propulsion systems. "SAF is also caught up with ​supply chain, protectionism, and trade barriers.

Source: Bangkok Post January 30, 2026 06:13 UTC