Summary
- NokScoot, a long-haul low-cost carrier based in Thailand, struggled to turn a profit and expand its network.
- Despite being backed by Nok Air and Scoot, the carrier faced intense competition.
- The airline was eventually forced to cease operations in June 2020 due to the impact of Covid-19.
In the summer of 2004, an Asian low-cost carrier emerged in Thailand called Nok Air. With its unmistakable livery prominently featuring a beak at the front of each aircraft, as “nok” translates to “bird,” the airline has become a significant player in the region. Today, Nok Air boasts Thailand’s most extensive domestic route network, flying to an impressive 23 local destinations, though it also operates limited services to China, Myanmar, Vietnam, and India. For the most part, it’s not a…
