Thai-Cambodian border to remain closed for foreseeable future – Thai PM
CAAT demands explanation from AOT over runway incident at Suvarnabhumi airport
Chuwit resumes solo campaign against Bhumjaithai’s cannabis policy
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AI In-brief21 Sept 00:03
Chuwit resumes solo campaign against Bhumjaithai’s cannabis policy
Chuwit Kamolvisit has resumed his solo campaign against the Bhumjaithai party's cannabis policy after the Civil Court lifted an injunction, deeming his criticism beneficial for public understanding.
He immediately recommenced his campaign at Victory Monument, expressing concerns over the proliferation of cannabis shops in Bangkok and asserting the policy's negative societal impact.
AI In-briefYesterday 12:46
CAAT demands explanation from AOT over runway incident at Suvarnabhumi airport
The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) demanded an explanation from Airports of Thailand (AOT) after a China Airlines flight got stuck on a Suvarnabhumi runway due to heavy rain and groundwater.
CAAT urged AOT to implement technology for structural integrity testing across runways and taxiways, advocating for proactive maintenance to prevent future incidents.
AOT acknowledged that Suvarnabhumi's 20-year-old runway, built on soft soil with high water content, is structurally affected by continuous aircraft weight and heavy rainfall.
AOT committed to targeted runway maintenance during off-peak hours (10 days, 8 pm-6 am) to avoid full closure, emphasizing increased inspections and risk assessments.