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CAAT demands explanation from AOT over runway incident at Suvarnabhumi airport
Uthenthawai student arrested over Siam BTS knife attack
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AI In-brief16 Sept 18:58
Uthenthawai student arrested over Siam BTS knife attack
Police arrested 20-year-old Uthenthawai student Vichakorn for allegedly stabbing two Pathumwan students during a brawl at Siam BTS station on September 7, charging him with attempted murder and carrying a knife.
Identified via CCTV, Vichakorn admitted his presence and flight from the scene; police opposed bail, despite claims the incident stemmed from a personal dispute rather than institutional rivalry.
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.