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CAAT investigating Nok Air accident, passengers complain about time taken to leave aircraft

14 Sept 07:07 Key points summarised by AI

The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) is investigating a Nok Air accident where a Boeing 737-800 skidded off the runway at Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai airport, summoning airline and airport officials for explanations.
Passengers reported being kept on the plane for about an hour after the incident, prompting complaints, though CAAT clarified that the pilot's decision to evacuate depends on the immediate danger and other situational factors.
The grounded aircraft is blocking the runway, leading the Royal Thai Air Force to deploy personnel and equipment to assist in its removal, with the runway expected to reopen by Thursday.

Today 09:24 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand secured a US$200 million loan from the World Bank to significantly invest in clean energy and low-carbon urban development initiatives.
The program aims to drive clean energy funding and low-carbon growth, ensuring a just transition for small and medium-sized enterprises, workers, farmers, and local communities.
Channelled through the Export-Import Bank of Thailand, the loan will fund energy efficiency upgrades in public buildings and industrial areas, including rooftop solar installations and electrical system modernizations, reducing initial capital burdens via Energy Service Companies (ESCOs).