Thai Airways suspends chief executive as carrier reviews flood crisis response

Thai Airways International has suspended its chief executive, Chai Eamsiri, and appointed an interim successor following significant disruptions to services. The suspension occurred in the wake of severe flooding that began impacting the airline’s operations from Bangkok during late September. An acting head has been appointed to assume leadership responsibilities temporarily. Thai Airways is currently undertaking a comprehensive review of its crisis-management procedures related to the recent events. This assessment aims to address the impact the situation has had on the aviation business.