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Article: Thai Airways Could Expand Its Aircraft Fleet, Seat Capacity.
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- December 15, 2001
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By Nondhanada Intarakomalyasut, Bangkok Post, Thailand Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News
Dec. 15--Thai Airways International Plc (THAI) is considering adding more aircraft to its fleet to match higher passenger traffic demand, especially on the trans-continental routes, reflecting a preference for carriers of countries not directly involved in the post-Sept 11 conflict.
Since the attacks in the United States, the airline said its international services had been attracting more passengers, particularly on routes to Europe and Australia where demand was outstripping seat supply.
Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has said that the airline ...