Middle East and North Africa

Air transport

flydubai strengthens strategic growth with 12 new aircraft deliveries in

14 August 2025

flydubai has taken delivery of seven new aircraft so far in 2025, with a further five Boeing 737 MAX 8s scheduled to join its fleet before the end of…

Air transport

Etihad’s operating fleet stands at 111 aircraft

13 August 2025

Etihad Airways has released its traffic statistics for July 2025, reporting continued growth in passenger volumes and network expansion.

Maintenance

Falcon Technic returns Bombardier Global Express XRS back to the skies

12 August 2025

Falcon Technic has completed a major 60-month inspection on the Bombardier Global Express XRS highlighting the base maintenance capabilities of its…

Business aviation

Fly JetPets introduces a new standard for in-cabin pet travel

12 August 2025

Fly JetPets, a licensed private aviation travel service provider based in Dubai, has introduced a new standard in pet travel with a charter model,…

Business and finance

Jazeera Airways reports strong first half 2025 results

12 August 2025

Jazeera Airways has released its financial and operational results for the first half of 2025, reporting a solid performance despite regional…

Flight services and support

Emirates makes changes to safety rules of power banks onboard

08 August 2025

Using any kind of power bank is prohibited onboard Emirates’ flights, effective from 1 October 2025.

Air transport

Etihad Cargo marks two years of operations at Ezhou Huahu Airport

07 August 2025

Etihad Cargo is celebrating two successful years of operations at Ezhou Huahu Airport, marking a significant milestone in its strategic collaboration…

Route planning and tourism

Air Arabia expands Russian network from Ras Al Khaimah

07 August 2025

Air Arabia has announced the launch of two new direct routes connecting Ras Al Khaimah to Yekaterinburg and Kazan in Russia.

Flight services and support

Emirates embarks on major partnership with FC Bayern Munich

06 August 2025

Emirates has entered a landmark seven-year partnership with FC Bayern Munchen, 34-time Bundesliga champions and six-time UEFA Champions League…

People

A career in aviation led to Dubai for Kristina Zalandauskaite

06 August 2025

Kristina Zalandauskaite, a Lithuanian based in Dubai, works in the Technical Training Department of aircraft maintenance organisation FL…

Airports

Menzies Aviation to expand MASIL operations at Mosul International Airport

05 August 2025

Menzies Aviation will deliver ground, air cargo and fuelling services at Mosul International Airport (OSM) in Iraq through MASIL, its joint venture…

Route planning and tourism

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi increases flight frequency to Baku and Tbilisi

05 August 2025

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi has increased the number of flights to Baku in Azerbaijan and Tbilisi in Georgia.

Route planning and tourism

Turkish Airlines resumes flights to Aleppo

05 August 2025

Turkish Airlines has resumed its flights to Aleppo, which were suspended as of April 2012.

People

Chapman Freeborn appoints new Vice President of Passenger in Saudi

04 August 2025

Chapman Freeborn has appointed of Vilma Vaitiekunaite as Vice President Passenger – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Air transport

Emirates to add fourth daily flight to London Gatwick

04 August 2025

Emirates is set to introduce a fourth daily flight between Dubai and London Gatwick from 8 February 2026.

Air transport

Etihad Airways launches first commercial flight of its new A321LR aircraft

04 August 2025

Etihad Airways has launched the first commercial flight of its all-new A321LR.

Air transport

SalamAir welcomes new Airbus A321neo to expand its operations

04 August 2025

SalamAir has received its newest aircraft, an Airbus A321neo named “Muttrah” - which was chosen through an Instagram vote by its passengers and…

Air transport

Saudi aviation reports record-breaking H1 passenger growth

01 August 2025

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has announced ‘record-breaking’ performance by the Saudi aviation sector and strategic progress for the…

Airports

TAV Airports announces US$ 941 million revenue in H1 2025

01 August 2025

Turkey’s TAV Airports saw international traffic rise by 5% to 30.3 million passengers and domestic traffic reach 17.4 million with a 3% increase…

Air transport

Riyadh Air set to fly to London Heathrow by October 2025

31 July 2025

Riyadh Air has said it plans to launch its first commercial service this October 26 to London Heathrow Airport.

Air transport

Etihad Airways records July as its busiest month for aircraft deliveries

31 July 2025

Etihad Airways has reported that July 2025 was the busiest month for aircraft deliveries in the airline's 22-year history.

Air transport

SolitAir aims to be an ace in the pack

30 July 2025

Founder and CEO of SolitAir, Hamdi Osman explains why he believes his freight airline can carve out a niche in a market dominated by the big boys.

Maintenance

EPCOR and Riyadh Air sign long-term agreement for APS5000 support

30 July 2025

EPCOR, a wholly owned subsidiary of Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M), has signed a long-term agreement with…

Route planning and tourism

Qatar Airways unveils global winter schedule

30 July 2025

Qatar Airways has increased flights to over 15 global destinations for this year’s winter season.

Events

GCAA and Volar hold green aviation technologies event

30 July 2025

Regulators and industry leaders convened in Beijing last week for the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and Volar Air Mobility (Volar)…

Maintenance

Falcon Technic to provide line maintenance for Falcon 900EX EASy

30 July 2025

Falcon Technic, the MRO division of Falcon has successfully amended its GCAA AMO Approval Certificate to include Line Maintenance capability for the…

Air transport

Partnerships and access key to accelerating Etihad’s expansion

30 July 2025

Over the past couple of years Etihad Airways has been signing numerous airline partnerships, including two key joint ventures, to speed its growth.

Flight services and support

Etihad Airways and Azul Brazilian Airlines sign frequent flyer partnership

30 July 2025

Etihad Airways and Azul Brazilian Airlines have launched a frequent flyer partnership agreement.

Air transport

flyadeal sees passenger growth outstrip capacity rise

29 July 2025

flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s low-cost carrier (LCC), has revealed half-year performance figures have exceeded growth expectations.

Air transport

Turkish Airlines completes deal for its A350 financing with DIB

29 July 2025

Turkish Airlines has successfully executed a financing transaction for an Airbus A350 aircraft.

Airports

DXB marks busiest H1 with 46m guests despite regional headwinds

29 July 2025

Dubai International (DXB) said it welcomed 46 million guests in the first six months of 2025, marking its busiest first half on record.

Route planning and tourism

Emirates’ Airbus 350 arrives in Bologna

29 July 2025

Emirates has marked the arrival of its new-generation A350 aircraft at Bologna’s Guglielmo Marconi Airport.

People

Emirates makes new commercial appointments across Africa and Asia

29 July 2025

Emirates is advancing strategic commercial team appointments designed to bolster its presence in key markets across West Asia, the Indian Ocean and…

Air transport

GCAA leads official delegation to China to strengthen ties

28 July 2025

H.E. Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director General of the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), led an official delegation from the UAE on a four-day…

Air transport

Etihad aims to reduce new route risk with incoming A321LRs

28 July 2025

Etihad Airways is planning to open a slew of routes using its fleet of new Airbus A321LRs over the coming few years, according to the carrier’s CEO…

Technology

SITA reveals 8.3% revenue growth for 2024

28 July 2025

SITA’s has reported a 8.3% revenue growth to US$1.6 billion in 2024.

Defence

Dassault rolls out first Emirati Rafale

28 July 2025

Dassault Aviation presented the first United Arab Emirates (UAE) Rafale combat aircraft at Istres air force base (South France) at the end of January.…

Air transport

Neves lays out Etihad’s new-look strategy as it returns to growth mode

28 July 2025

Etihad Airways constantly revises its growth plan upwards as traffic, destinations and aircraft deliveries all increase. Aviation Week speaks with its…

Technology

Havelsan and Karel Europe to develop advanced defence technologies

25 July 2025

Turkish technology company Havelsan and Romania-based technology company Karel Europe have signed an MoU to develop solutions based on advanced…

General aviation

Vertiport brings air taxi service closer

25 July 2025

Both Abu Dhabi and Dubai are rapidly pressing ahead with plans to launch services by the new generation of electrically-powered eVTOL aircraft.

Air transport

Etihad adds A321LRs with a first-class touch

24 July 2025

Etihad Airways has taken delivery of the first of 30 Airbus A321LRs ushering in a new era of “luxury redefining” service.

Air transport

Emirates introduces retrofitted Boeing 777 to Madrid

24 July 2025

Emirates will deploy its newly refurbished Boeing 777 aircraft to/from Madrid starting from 16 September.

Events

World Defense Show 2026 secures 90% of its exhibitor space

24 July 2025

The World Defense Show (WDS) has already secured 90% of its exhibitor space for its upcoming 2026 edition.

Defence

Havelsan to provide training solution for Calidus' B-250 aircraft

24 July 2025

Turkish technology company Havelsan and UAE-based defence company Calidus have signed an agreement to develop advanced training systems tailored to…

Defence

Türkiye to purchase Eurofighter Typhoon jets from BAE Systems

23 July 2025

BAE Systems has signed an MoU between the Türkiye and the UK Government for the potential purchase of Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft.

Technology

Emirates SkyCargo brings new digital payment solutions to the UAE

23 July 2025

Emirates SkyCargo has become the first carrier in the Middle East to adopt PayCargo’s solution.

Air transport

Flyadeal receives its 40th aircraft – an A320neo

23 July 2025

Flyadeal has taken delivery of its 40th aircraft in a ceremony attended by employees flown specially to France for the handover.

Airports

Gulf Air and The New Terminal One enter strategic partnership

23 July 2025

Gulf Air and the New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport have unveiled a long-term strategic partnership, positioning the…

Defence

The spirit of the Jeniah UCAV continues to evolve

23 July 2025

Two years on from being unveiled at IDEX 23, the Jeniah (Arabic for ghost) UCAV has clearly evolved. The first significant modification to the model,…

General aviation

Volar Air Mobility and Falcon Aviation to serve UAE with electric aircraft

22 July 2025

Volar Air Mobility Holding Company and Falcon Aviation Services have signed an MoU to launch a new era of sustainable aviation in the UAE through the…

Air transport

Emirates Group set to recruit 17,300 professionals across 350 roles

22 July 2025

The Emirates Group has launched a recruitment drive to power its next era of innovation and expansion.

Business and finance

Embraer finished 2Q25 with a US$29.7 billion backlog

22 July 2025

Embraer registered a US$29.7 billion backlog in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q25) – the highest level ever recorded by the company.

Air transport

Air Algérie's Tassili deal is just the ticket

21 July 2025

Algerian authorities have recently taken commitments to boost the air transport sector and strengthen synergies between Air Algérie and Tassili…

Air transport

Etihad Airways welcomes 20 million passengers

21 July 2025

Etihad Airways has flown more than 20 million passengers in a 12-month period, for the first time in its history.

Air transport

Emirates to introduce third daily flight to Mauritius

21 July 2025

Emirates will introduce a third daily flight to Mauritius starting 1 December 1. The additional service will be operated by a Boeing 777 aircraft.

Air transport

Air Arabia wins bid to launch Saudi low-cost airline in Dammam

21 July 2025

Saudi’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has announced that a consortium led by UAE-based Air Arabia, along with Kun Investment Holding and…

Airports

‘Emirates First’ officially opens at Dubai International Airport

21 July 2025

‘Emirates First’ has officially opened at Terminal 3, Dubai International (DXB), offering a ‘luxurious’ airport experience for Emirates’ First-Class…

Business aviation

Madrid: How we turned Jet Luxe into the real deal

18 July 2025

The Dubai-based charter flight operator, Jet Luxe, has outlined an ambitious five-year growth plan that aims to turn the company into a billion-dollar…

Route planning and tourism

Emirates boosts services to Dublin with a third daily flight

18 July 2025

Emirates is set to operate a third daily service to Dublin this winter starting from 26 October 2025.

Air transport

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi lands in Sialkot

18 July 2025

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi has commenced its services to Sialkot in Pakistan directly from Zayed International Airport.

Route planning and tourism

Emirates touches down in Damascus

18 July 2025

Emirates officially returned to the Syrian capital Damascus on July 16.

Airports

Reopened Mosul Airport expects commercial flights by mid-September

18 July 2025

A rebuilt Mosul Airport (OSM) has been formally reopened by Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, reports Aviation Week.

Air transport

Gulf Air to add up to 18 Boeing 787 Dreamliners to its widebody fleet

18 July 2025

Gulf Air has made an order with Boeing to purchase 12 787 Dreamliner aircraft with options for six more as the Bahrain-based airline looks to further…

Airports

iGA Istanbul Airport wins ‘World’s Best Airport’ award

17 July 2025

iGA Istanbul Airport has won ‘World’s Best Airport’ as voted by readers of the international travel magazine Travel + Leisure.

Route planning and tourism

Gulf Air adds New York JFK to its expanding network

17 July 2025

Gulf Air will launch direct flights to New York (JFK) from October 1, 2025.

Defence

Flight tests to speed up Calidus B-250 certification process

16 July 2025

Calidus now has three more B250 prototypes being built at its Abu Dhabi facility, earmarked for development and certification of the type.

Technology

Saudia moves to Orders with Amadeus Nevio

16 July 2025

Saudia has taken a step forward in its digital transformation by moving to more guest-centric operations and translating traditional booking records…

Route planning and tourism

Qatar Airways to restart flights to Aleppo

16 July 2025

Qatar Airways will resume three weekly flights to Aleppo, Syria from 10 August 2025. The flights will be increased to four weekly flights from 1…

Air transport

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi to increase operational capacity by 40% in 2025

16 July 2025

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi has expanded its fleet with the addition of two Airbus A320 aircraft, bringing its total fleet size to 12 aircraft.

Route planning and tourism

Ethiopian Airlines launches new passenger service to Abu Dhabi

16 July 2025

Ethiopian Airlines has launched its new daily passenger service connecting Addis Ababa with Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates.

People

Ghaith Al Ghaith receives the executive leadership award

15 July 2025

Ghaith Al Ghaith, the CEO at flydubai, has been awarded the Executive Leadership for the Middle East & Africa accolade at the 2025 Airline…

Route planning and tourism

Etihad Airways adds seven new destinations to its route network

15 July 2025

Etihad Airways has added seven new destinations to its network as part of its ongoing strategy to bring more point-to-point traffic directly to Abu…

Air transport

Etihad Airways signs codeshare with SKY express

15 July 2025

Etihad Airways has signed a codeshare agreement with Greek regional carrier SKY express, opening access to 24 Greek island destinations and three…

Air transport

SolitAir partners with Eight Wings Aerospace for technical support

15 July 2025

SolitAir, a UAE’s cargo airline, has entered a strategic partnership with Eight Wings Aerospace, a provider of aerospace solutions, for comprehensive…

Airports

dnata rolls out autonomous vehicles in airport operations

15 July 2025

Dnata has deployed a fleet of autonomous vehicles at Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International (DWC), introducing next-generation technology in…

Business and finance

Etihad Airways carried 1.8 million passengers in June

14 July 2025

Etihad Airways has released its latest traffic statistics for June 2025, reporting continued strong expansion and high customer demand.

Route planning and tourism

Flyadeal expands in Pakistan

14 July 2025

Saudi Arabia's Flyadeal is set to expand its footprint with the launch of four new routes to Pakistan in August.

Air transport

Turkish Airlines and Airlink sign codeshare agreement

14 July 2025

Turkish Airlines has signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement with South Africa-based Airlink to strengthen its presence in Africa.

Air transport

Deliberate GPS interference – can we stop jams spreading?

14 July 2025

Interference to GPS systems by jamming and spoofing is increasing risk to commercial and business aircraft.

Air transport

Wizz Air suspends Wizz Air Abu Dhabi operations

14 July 2025

Wizz Air Holdings PLC has suspended Wizz Air Abu Dhabi operations to focus on core markets in Central and Eastern Europe and select Western European…

Airports

KAIA's e-gateway to a global hub

11 July 2025

Saudi Arabia's holistic development strategy is bearing fruit with King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) in Jeddah reaching a historic milestone…

Route planning and tourism

Air Arabia flights to Damascus take-off

11 July 2025

Air Arabia has resumed its non-stop service between Sharjah and Damascus.

Air transport

Emirates recognised as 2025’s Most Recommended Global Brand by YouGov

11 July 2025

Emirates has topped the rankings as YouGov’s Most Recommended Global Brand for 2025. Emirates is the only airline to be featured on the global top 10…

Route planning and tourism

Saudia adds a new route between Dammam and London Heathrow Airport

10 July 2025

Saudia has added a new direct route between King Fahd International Airport in Dammam and London Heathrow Airport.

Aircraft interiors

Emirates expands its Premium Economy offering on services to Male and

10 July 2025

Emirates has deployed its retrofitted Boeing 777 on flights EK656/657 and EK660/661 between Dubai and Malé.

Airports

Saudia retains growth target for 2025; happy with orderbook for now

10 July 2025

Saudia is maintaining its traffic growth forecast at 7-8% in 2025 after reviewing the impact on travel demand following the Iran-Israel missile…

Airports

Dubai Airports launches QR code-based pickup service at Terminal 3

09 July 2025

Dubai Airports has launched DXB Greet & Go, a new smart pickup service at Dubai International (DXB) Terminal 3.

Business and finance

Emirates signs MoU with Crypto.com

09 July 2025

Emirates has signed an MoU with Crypto.com to explore ways to integrate Crypto.com Pay within its payments systems.

Route planning and tourism

British Airways adds new flight between London Gatwick and Rabat

09 July 2025

British Airways’ Gatwick-based subsidiary airline BA Euroflyer has added Rabat to its route network, marking the airline’s first connection between…

Maintenance

AerFin expands aftermarket capabilities with Middle Eastern investor

09 July 2025

AerFin, an aviation asset specialist that buys, sells, leases and repairs aircraft, engines and parts, is collaborating with a Middle Eastern investor…

Defence

HMS Lancaster Wildcats swapped in Middle East

09 July 2025

In March, the Royal Navy swopped a Wildcat HM2 anti-surface helicopter deployed to the region aboard HMS Lancaster, with support from a RAF C-17A…

ATM and regulatory

Global airline carbon scheme risks major turbulence without urgent action

09 July 2025

The Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) faces a looming supply crunch that could derail its First Phase, warns…

Air transport

Emirates introduces Premium Economy service on Kolkata route

09 July 2025

Emirates will launch its Premium Economy class on flights to and from Kolkata, effective 18 July 2025.

Route planning and tourism

Emirates search data reveals top 2025 summer getaways

08 July 2025

Emirates’ latest analysis of global booking data and search patterns reveals the top 25 travel destinations in July and August - with Vietnam sitting…

Air transport

Emirates A350 debuts in Dammam, Saudi Arabia

08 July 2025

Emirates has officially launched regular A350 operations to Dammam, making it Emirates’ first destination in Saudi Arabia to be served by the all-new…

Air transport

Airbus hopeful hydrogen's time will come

07 July 2025

Airbus chief executive, Guillaume Faury, remains convinced of the potential for hydrogen-powered aircraft despite the manufacturer pushing back its…

Route planning and tourism

Air Arabia adds Munich to its route network

07 July 2025

Air Arabia has announced the launch of its latest route connecting Sharjah with the German city of Munich.

Route planning and tourism

Royal Air Maroc expands Munich Airport's route network to Africa

04 July 2025

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) will resume its nonstop service between Munich and Casablanca from October 2025.

Air transport

Etihad Cargo signs strategic agreement with Ezhou Huahu Airport

04 July 2025

Etihad Cargo has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Ezhou Huahu Airport during Air Cargo Europe 2025.

Air transport

Air Algérie orders 16 ATR 72-600 aircraft plus full-flight simulator

04 July 2025

Air Algérie has made an order for 16 brand new ATR 72-600 aircraft, as well as an ATR 72-600 full-flight simulator – the first of its kind in…

Sustainability

Emirates Group sustainability event ‘Tomorrow Takes Flight’ opens

04 July 2025

The Emirates Group’s efforts to align with this year’s UN call to end plastic pollution are on display at its annual sustainability event ‘Tomorrow…

Route planning and tourism

Etihad Airways celebrates first flight to Atlanta

03 July 2025

Etihad Airways has touched down in Atlanta for the first time, expanding its U.S. footprint.

Technology

flydubai partners with emaratech to introduce smart biometric gates

03 July 2025

flydubai has partnered with emaratech, a leading technology organisation in the UAE, to implement smart border control solutions for its pilots and…

Air transport

The Emirates A350 begins regular operations to Muscat

03 July 2025

Emirates’ highly anticipated Airbus A350 is now a regular sight at Muscat International Airport, with the start of regular daily services between…

People

Boeing names Stephen Parker as CEO of Defence, Space & Security

03 July 2025

Boeing has appointed Stephen Parker as president and chief executive officer of its Defence, Space & Security (BDS) business, effective…

Route planning and tourism

Etihad Airways expands network with new routes to Krakow and Salalah

02 July 2025

Etihad Airways will add flights to Salalah, Oman, from 21 May 2026, and Krakow, Poland, from 15 June 2026.

General aviation

GCAA issues first regulatory framework for hybrid operations

02 July 2025

The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has issued the world’s first regulatory framework for hybrid operations, enabling both electric Vertical…

Maintenance

Flydubai breaks ground on new Aircraft Maintenance Centre at Dubai South

02 July 2025

flydubai has broken ground on its new Aircraft Maintenance Centre at Dubai South.

General aviation

Easy Glider

02 July 2025

A radical new form of transport coming to the UAE promises to cut drastically the time to travel between the country’s largest cities.

Air transport

Turkish Airlines and airBaltic expand codeshare partnership

02 July 2025

Turkish Airlines and the Latvian airline airBaltic have expanded their existing codeshare agreement, adding several new destinations to their shared…

Route planning and tourism

Emirates launches new daily service to Shenzhen

02 July 2025

Emirates has officially launched its new daily service to Shenzhen, marking the airline’s fourth gateway in the Chinese mainland.

Air transport

Emirates lays on more retrofitted Boeing 777s and Airbus A380s

01 July 2025

Emirates will be layering on more retrofitted Boeing 777s and Airbus A380s on its existing schedules to Shanghai and Zurich.

Training

Emirates Aviation University graduates 154 future aviation leaders

01 July 2025

Emirates Aviation University (EAU) has celebrated its 35th graduation ceremony by honouring a further 154 scholars.

Air transport

UAS assisted a total of 133,028 Hajj pilgrims in 2025

01 July 2025

Aviation solutions provider, UAS has successfully executed its extensive support services for Hajj 2025.

Route planning and tourism

Turkish Airlines adds a third London gateway with Stansted flights

01 July 2025

Turkish Airlines is launching flights from London Stansted Airport on 18 March 2026, offering UK passengers more convenient access to…

Defence

MENA forces boost skills with exercises in Europe and the USA

30 June 2025

The Qatari, Saudi and UAE air forces have been ramping up their tactical and integration skills with other air forces by participating in air…

General aviation

Joby completes first test flight of aerial taxi in Dubai

30 June 2025

Joby Aviation has successfully completed a series of piloted, vertical-takeoff-and-landing wingborne flights in Dubai, marking the start of its…

Air transport

May air cargo demand up 2.2% despite trade disruptions

30 June 2025

IATA has released data for May 2025 global air cargo markets showing air cargo demand is up 2.2%.

Route planning and tourism

Air Arabia launches its new route to Sochi in Russia

30 June 2025

Air Arabia has inaugurated its new route to the Russian city of Sochi with a frequency six weekly flights.

Route planning and tourism

Qatar Airways celebrates codeshare flights with Philippine Airlines

30 June 2025

Qatar Airways and Philippine Airlines have celebrated a new daily service between Manila and Doha with a ribbon cutting ceremony at Hamad…

Air transport

Why you should never waste a good crisis...

27 June 2025

Paul Griffiths believes the Dubai Government’s approach to the Covid crisis put the emirate in a great position when it came to recovery and back to…

Sustainability

IATA releases SAF Matchmaker to connect airlines and SAF suppliers

27 June 2025

IATA has released the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Matchmaker platform, to facilitate SAF procurement between airlines and SAF producers by…

Airports

Zayed International expects seven million travellers over the summer

27 June 2025

Etihad Airways said it is preparing to welcome more than seven million guests at Zayed International Airport over the busy summer travel period.

Technology

SalamAir partners with Osprey Flight Solutions to enhance aviation security

27 June 2025

SalamAir has signed a landmark four-year agreement with Osprey Flight Solutions, appointing them as the airline’s Aviation Security Risk Intelligence…

Route planning and tourism

Pegasus Airlines adds two new Turkish destinations to its network

26 June 2025

Pegasus Airlines has added direct flights from the UK to two new Turkish destinations – Gaziantep and Kayseri.

Maintenance

Gulf Air and CFM strengthen LEAP-1A engine support for A320neo fleet

26 June 2025

Gulf Air and CFM International have extended the airline's long-term CFM LEAP-1A Services for A320neo family aircraft.

Air transport

Qatar Airways Group CEO details crisis impact as operations resume

26 June 2025

Qatar Airways group chief executive officer has issued an open letter regarding the forced closure of Qatari airspace on Monday June 23.

Space

Oman's Duqm spaceport plans five launches in 2025

25 June 2025

Oman’s new spaceport at Etlaq is aiming for five experimental launches by the end of this year. First announced in 2023, the spaceport in Duqm…

Air transport

flydubai reinstates flights across its network

25 June 2025

flydubai will resume operations to the Syrian capital from 26 June 2025. Flights to Damascus will operate daily from Terminal 2, Dubai International…

Flight services and support

Flyadeal joins Saudia’s AlFursan loyalty programme

25 June 2025

Flyadeal has joined sister airline Saudia’s AlFursan loyalty programme giving members additional travel options.

Events

Space will be a ‘vital’ strategic platform at the Dubai Airshow 2025

25 June 2025

As momentum builds for Dubai Airshow 2025, the event’s Space Steering Committee convened to advance the country’s growing leadership in global space…

Events

Aviation AFRICA 2025 attracts headline speakers

25 June 2025

Aviation Africa Summit has become recognised for bringing characters with a story to tell – and this year will be no different.

Airports

Air Transat begins flights to Istanbul

25 June 2025

İGA Istanbul Airport is set to welcome its first airline from the Americas - Canada's Air Transat.

Air transport

Etihad touches down with daily A380 flights to Toronto

25 June 2025

Etihad Airways has begun operating its iconic Airbus A380 on daily flights to Toronto, boosting capacity by 31%.

Business and finance

Air Algérie aquires Tassili Airlines to create national domestic carrier

25 June 2025

Air Algérie has announced in a statement the signing of a MoU with Sonatrach Holding for external and support activities, facilitating the transfer of…

Air transport

Etihad Airways and Air Europa celebrate inaugural flight milestone

24 June 2025

Air Europa has operated its inaugural wet-lease flight from Abu Dhabi to Madrid, marking the Spanish carrier's first-ever aircraft operation from the…

Air transport

Qatar Airways reinstates flights as airspace reopens in Qatar

24 June 2025

Qatar Airways has confirmed the reinstatement of flights following the reopening of airspace in the State of Qatar.

Airports

TAAG Angola to fully transfer all international flights to new airport

24 June 2025

It's a big change for TAAG Angola Airlines as it prepares to fully transfer its operations from Luanda's 4 de Fevereiro International Airport to Dr.…

Airports

Saudi Arabia and the UK sign one-stop security agreement

24 June 2025

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) of Saudi Arabia and the Government of the United Kingdom (UK) have signed a One-Stop Security…

Air transport

U.S-Iran strike exchanges trigger widespread flight disruptions

24 June 2025

The exchange of military strikes between the U.S. and Iran has triggered a rapidly evolving series of commercial airline operational changes in the…

Defence

KAAN opener...

23 June 2025

The two biggest military spenders in the Middle East – Saudi and UAE – take the first steps towards purchase of Turkish fifth-generation…

Air transport

SolitAir launches scheduled air cargo services to Kuwait and Bahrain

23 June 2025

SolitAir has launched its new scheduled services from Dubai World Central (DWC) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) and Bahrain International…

Technology

Keyvan Aviation and MTI sign weather and data solution MoU

23 June 2025

Keyvan Aviation, a Türkiye-based and EASA-certified global aviation data provider, has signed an MoU with MTI, a Japanese technology firm, to improve…

Maintenance

Saudia Group signs landmark engine agreement with Air France-KLM

23 June 2025

Saudia Group has signed a major agreement with the Air France-KLM Group for the maintenance of 86 GE90 engines powering its Boeing 777 fleet.

Route planning and tourism

Emirates boosts services to Barcelona with a third daily flight

23 June 2025

Emirates will ramp up operations to Barcelona with the addition of a third daily flight starting from 26 October 2025.

Technology

Thales to further support Qatar Airways’ future inflight entertainment

23 June 2025

Thales and Qatar Airways have signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) to support Qatar Airways’ strategic fleet growth plan announced last month.

Maintenance

EgyptAir expands fleet with additional Trent XWB-84 Engines

20 June 2025

EgyptAir has ordered six additional Trent XWB-84 engines from Rolls-Royce.

Maintenance

EPCOR and Kuwait Airways renew agreement for B777 APU support

20 June 2025

French maintenance company EPCOR, part of AFI KLM E&M, has renewed its long-standing maintenance agreement with Kuwait Airways, covering…

Business aviation

Aloula Aviation receives three Challenger 3500 aircraft from Bombardier

20 June 2025

Bombardier has commenced deliveries of three state-of-the-art Challenger 3500 aircraft to airline company Aloula Aviation based in Saudi Arabia.

Defence

Bell signs first SUBARU Bell 412EPX order in Africa

20 June 2025

Bell Textron has signed a purchase agreement for 12 SUBARU Bell 412EPXs to the Tunisian Air Force, marking the first order for this Bell 412 variant…

Air transport

The only way is up

20 June 2025

Dubai’s ambition to remain the world’s number one international airport is backed by the emirate’s leadership and a single-minded…

Events

GSE specialists to exhibit at Bahrain International Airshow 2026

19 June 2025

Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS) has secured nine Ground Support Equipment (GSE) companies as exhibitors for its 2026 event.

Airports

Serco secures Dubai Airports contract extension

19 June 2025

Serco has announced a significant contract extension with Dubai Airports running until December 2030.

Airports

iGA Istanbul Airport takes lead in global hub air connectivity

19 June 2025

iGA Istanbul Airport takes the top spot globally in hub connectivity, surpassing Frankfurt in this year’s rankings.

Defence

Türkiye KAAN fighter jet deal to accelerate Indonesia’s defence growth

19 June 2025

Indonesia’s decision to acquire 48 KAAN fifth-generation fighter jets from Türkiye marks a major leap in its defence modernisation and airpower…

Technology

Cluster 2 signs agreement to advance smart airport operations in Saudi

19 June 2025

Airbus Defence and Space has signed an MoU with Cluster 2 to deliver next generation digital solutions that enhance airport efficiency, security and…

Sustainability

Turkish Airlines receives “Sustainable Financing Pioneer Award”

19 June 2025

Turkish Airlines has been presented with the Sustainable Financing Pioneer Award by Ishka.

Events

Qatar Airways retains Skytrax 'Airline of the Year' title

19 June 2025

Qatar Airways has been named the 'World’s Best Airline' by the international air transport rating organisation, Skytrax, retaining the top position…

Business aviation

Gama changer...

18 June 2025

Gama Aviation’s new development in Sharjah is helping the capacity crunch hampering business aircraft movements in the region.

Events

Emirates A350 makes its debut at the 2025 Paris Airshow

18 June 2025

Emirates is showcasing its newest aircraft – the Airbus A350 – featuring the airline’s next-generation cabin design, latest interiors, and…

Technology

Qatar Airways and IMG launch new onboard viewing experience

18 June 2025

Qatar Airways has partnered with IMG, a global sports marketing agency, to launch a new sports streaming service onboard its Starlink connected…

Air transport

Paris Airshow: EgyptAir exercises its six A350-900 options

18 June 2025

EgyptAir exercised its outstanding six options for Airbus A350-900s here at Le Bourget.

Maintenance

Riyadh Air signs deal with Rolls-Royce for 100 Trent XWB-97 engines

18 June 2025

Riyadh Air has signed a deal at the 55th Edition of Paris Air Show at Le Bourget with Rolls-Royce for 100 Trent XWB-97 engines to power its fleet of…

Air transport

Avolon to lease 10 Airbus A321neos to Türkiye’s AJet

18 June 2025

Aviation finance company Avolon has agreed to lease 10 Airbus A321neos to AJet, the low-cost carrier subsidiary of Turkish Airlines.

Maintenance

ATR, Pratt & Whitney Canada work targets new turboprop in 2035

18 June 2025

More details are emerging at the Paris Air Show on how airframer ATR and engine-maker Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) plan to improve on the ATR…

Technology

Acron Aviation expands technology contract with EgyptAir

17 June 2025

Acron Aviation and EgyptAir have entered into an agreement for the supply of the Traffic Alert & Collision Avoidance System with ADS-B (TCAS…

Training

Turkish Airlines expands simulator orders with HAVELSAN

17 June 2025

Turkish Airlines has placed an additional order for one Boeing 737 MAX Full Flight Simulator (FFS) from HAVELSAN to be delivered in January 2026.

Air transport

Paris Airshow: Turkish Airlines ‘closing gap’ on Boeing order

17 June 2025

Turkish Airlines is “closing the final gap” with Boeing on a potential large aircraft order even if the June 12 crash of an Air India Boeing 787 means…

Air transport

Riyadh Air orders up to 50 Airbus A350-1000 aircraft

16 June 2025

Riyadh Air has made an order for up to 50 Airbus A350-1000 aircraft at the 55th edition of Paris Airshow.

Air transport

Paris Airshow: Avilease orders new build A350F and A320s

16 June 2025

Fast-growing Saudi Arabian aircraft lessor Avilease became a new Airbus customer at the Paris Air Show today, ordering 10 firm A350F freighters and 30…

Technology

Air Cairo rolls-out advanced Flight Data Monitoring across its fleet

16 June 2025

Acron Aviation has signed a multi-year contract with Air Cairo to provide a fully outsourced Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) service based on its…

Air transport

Boeing 20-year forecast shows demand for nearly 44,000 new aircraft

16 June 2025

Boeing has said global fleet will reach approximately 50,000 commercial aircraft by 2044.

Business and finance

Etihad saw May’s passenger numbers grow by 19%

16 June 2025

Etihad Airways has released its latest traffic statistics for May 2025, highlighting continued expansion and customer demand.

Technology

Thales report predicts increase in cyberthreats in the aviation sector

13 June 2025

Thales' latest report on cyberthreats in the aviation sector warns of a spectacular rise in cyberattacks, which have increased by 600% in the space of…

Maintenance

Rolls-Royce launches two Durability Enhancement Packages

12 June 2025

Rolls-Royce has launched the first of two Durability Enhancement Packages, that will more than double the duration Trent 1000 engines remain in…

Air transport

Emirates forges interline partnership with Bahamasair

12 June 2025

Emirates and Bahamasair have signed an MoU to establish an interline partnership benefitting customers travelling to The Bahamas.

Technology

Queen Alia International reveals new automated cargo handling system

12 June 2025

A new cargo warehouse at Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA), equipped with cargo handling technology by Lödige Industries for Aviation Handling…

Training

Emirates to hold pilot recruitment roadshow across UK

12 June 2025

Emirates is bolstering its recruitment efforts in London to meet the strong surge in customer demand.

Route planning and tourism

Air Arabia doubles frequency to the Maldives

11 June 2025

Air Arabia will expand its existing service between Sharjah and Maldives to twice daily non-stop flights from October 27, 2025.

Airports

DA and Etihad ESCO enhance sustainability with final phase of key project

11 June 2025

Dubai Airports has signed an agreement with Etihad Energy Services Company (Etihad ESCO) to launch the final phase of its airport-wide lighting…

Airports

New coach service for Emirates’ economy customers at Clark International

11 June 2025

Emirates is introducing a new coach service exclusively for Economy Class customers flying to and from Clark International Airport in the…

Route planning and tourism

Etihad increases its flight frequencies to Karachi

11 June 2025

Etihad Airways has increased its services to Karachi, Pakistan. From October 1, 2025, it will start flying four times a day on the Abu Dhabi – Karachi…

Airports

Red Sea Global partners with Saudi Ground Services

10 June 2025

Red Sea Global (RSG) and daa International, the operator of the Red Sea International Airport (RSI), has been awarded a five-year agreement to Saudi…

Air transport

Qatar Airways to display special liveried 777-300ER during Paris Air Show

10 June 2025

Boeing said it will focus on advancing innovation, partnerships and collaboration at the 2025 Paris Air Show.

General aviation

JEKTA begins flight testing of scaled PHA-ZE 100 amphibious aircraft

09 June 2025

JEKTA, the Switzerland-based manufacturer of the Passenger Hydro Aircraft - Zero Emissions 100 (PHA-ZE 100) amphibious aircraft, has begun flight…

Air transport

Etihad and Ethiopian Airlines activate codeshare agreement

09 June 2025

Etihad and Ethiopian Airlines have activated their codeshare agreement, strengthening connectivity between Africa and Asia, Australia, and the Middle…

Business aviation

KlasJet signs ACMI agreement with Air Cairo

09 June 2025

Corporate jet charter company KlasJet has signed an agreement with Air Cairo to provide chartered flights this summer.

Air transport

Emirates SkyCargo bolsters its connectivity

09 June 2025

Emirates SkyCargo plans to deploy an additional two weekly charter freighters enhancing the connectivity between Milan and Southeast China, via Dubai,…

ATM and regulatory

Tanzania added to the EU Air Safety List due to lack of safety standards

09 June 2025

The European Commission has added Tanzania to the EU Air Safety List - the list of airlines that are subject to an operating ban or operational…

Route planning and tourism

Bahrain becomes first Emirates destination to be served with Airbus A350

06 June 2025

The third Emirates A350 arrived at Bahrain International Airport on 2 June, making the Kingdom the first destination in the airline’s network to be…

Air transport

Etihad Airways and STARLUX Airlines sign strategic codeshare partnership

05 June 2025

Etihad Airways has signed a strategic codeshare agreement with Taipei-based STARLUX Airlines.

Route planning and tourism

Etihad celebrates first flights to Prague and Warsaw

05 June 2025

Etihad Airways has launched flights to Prague and Warsaw.

Events

IATA remains committed to net zero 2050 target amid SAF fears

04 June 2025

Despite deep concerns about the availability, cost and lack of government support for Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF), IATA and its member airlines…

Route planning and tourism

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi lands in Almaty

04 June 2025

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi has launched its inaugural flight between Abu Dhabi and Almaty, Kazakhstan. Starting from June 3rd with a frequency of three…

Air transport

Etihad Cargo unlocks greater trade potential with China

04 June 2025

Etihad Cargo is reinforcing the carrier’s commitment to expanding access across Asia-Pacific after signing a strategic cooperation agreement with…

People

Türkiye’s Prof. Ahmet Bolat reelected to the Board of Directors IATA

04 June 2025

Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee, Prof. Ahmet Bolat, has been reelected to the Board of Directors IATA for a second…

Air transport

Etihad Airways and SF Airlines sign Joint Business Agreement

04 June 2025

Etihad Airways and China’s air cargo carrier SF Airlines have signed a Joint Business Agreement (JBA) to enhance their cargo operations and expand…

Air transport

Turkish Airlines and Thai Airways enhance existing cooperation

04 June 2025

Turkish Airlines and Thai Airways signed Joint Business Agreement in Delhi at IATA Annual General Meeting this week.

Route planning and tourism

Emirates launches services to Da Nang and Siem Reap via Bangkok

04 June 2025

Emirates has expanded its East Asia footprint to 23 points with the launch of two new routes via Bangkok - Da Nang, Vietnam and Siem Reap, Cambodia.…

Maintenance

Air India moves to sever MRO links with Turkiye

03 June 2025

Geopolitical tensions on the subcontinent have spilled into civil aerospace, with Air India looking to “adjust plans” and shift maintenance work on…

Route planning and tourism

Etihad brings its A350 to Sydney with private Business Suites

03 June 2025

Etihad Airways is set to elevate its Sydney to Abu Dhabi service with the introduction of the Airbus A350-1000.

Air transport

Emirates and Air China to explore enhanced partnership

03 June 2025

Emirates and Air China have signed an MoU to establish a strategic framework for expanding their existing reciprocal interline cooperation.

Route planning and tourism

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi marks inaugural flight to Yerevan

03 June 2025

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi has launched its inaugural flight to Yerevan, Armenia.

Route planning and tourism

Emirates to reintroduce Damascus services from July 16

03 June 2025

Emirates is set to reintroduce flights to Damascus from 16 July 2025.

Maintenance

Joramco expands MRO capabilities to include the Embraer E2 aircraft

03 June 2025

MRO company Joramco has received the approval from the Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC) to perform line and base maintenance checks on the…

Technology

Etihad Cargo launches a real-time shipment tracking solution

03 June 2025

Etihad Cargo has launched SmartTrack, a premium service that gives customers real-time access to shipment location and condition data.

Technology

SolitAir partners with Marsh McLennan for aviation risk management

03 June 2025

SolitAir has entered a strategic partnership with Marsh McLennan, a provider of insurance brokerage and aviation risk management services.

Air transport

Riyadh Air signs partnership MoU with Air France - KLM

02 June 2025

Riyadh Air, the Saudi Arabian new national carrier, is continuing to step up its partnerships ahead of its planned entry into service.

Air transport

IAG Cargo, Qatar Airways Cargo and MASkargo enter partnership

02 June 2025

IAG Cargo, Qatar Airways Cargo and MAB Kargo Sdn Bhd (MASkargo) are to launch their joint collaboration Global Cargo Joint Business.

Route planning and tourism

flydubai becomes the first UAE carrier to touch down in Damascus

02 June 2025

flydubai has inaugurated its operations to Syria with the resumption of flights to Damascus.

Air transport

IATA: Trade barriers destroy wealth, sustainability efforts must speed up

02 June 2025

IATA issued a clear warning about the negative consequences of trade barriers and tariffs. Jens Flottau reports from Delhi.

Business and finance

IATA: Airline profitability strengthens in 2025 despite headwinds

02 June 2025

In its latest update on industry performance, IATA said its 2025 airline financial outlook pointed towards improved profitability from the previous…

Route planning and tourism

Ethiopian commences new services to Sharjah

02 June 2025

Ethiopian Airlines has launched a new passenger service to Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, effective June 1, 2025.

Air transport

Emirates more optimistic about Boeing turnaround

01 June 2025

Emirates Airline President Tim Clark is “cautiously optimistic” about the turnaround at Boeing and its ability to deliver the first 777X to the…

Air transport

EgyptAir extends 777 leases and refurbishes fleet to sustain growth

31 May 2025

EgyptAir has signed a deal with lessor AerCap to extend the leases on its fleet of five Boeing 777-300ERs.

Business and finance

Air Arabia and Mbank transform air travel payments with AE Coin

30 May 2025

Air Arabia and Al Maryah Community Bank (Mbank), the UAE’s first fully integrated digital bank, have partnered to enable the use of AE Coin payments…

Air transport

IATA: Indian domestic growth is running at over 10%

30 May 2025

IATA has released data for April 2025 global passenger demand, and said that the development of India’s air connectivity in recent years has been…

Air transport

Saudi investment group lines up stake in Global Airlines

30 May 2025

Kingdom Holdings Company, a major Saudi Arabian based investment group, is in negotiations to take a substantial equity stake in Global Airlines, the…

Training

Emirates Flight Training Academy expands with two Gamebird GB1 aircraft

29 May 2025

Two recently delivered Gamebird GB1 aircraft have expanded Emirates Flight Training Academy’s (EFTA) fleet.

Flight services and support

Emirates Flight Catering investments in 53 aircraft catering trucks

29 May 2025

Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) has signed an agreement with Mallaghan, Al-Futtaim Auto and Machinery Company (FAMCO) and Volvo to purchase 53…

Route planning and tourism

flydubai expands in Europe with four new destinations

29 May 2025

flydubai, has launched flights to four new European destinations.

Air transport

Azorra acquires 49 Embraer E-Jet aircraft from DAE

29 May 2025

Azorra has signed purchase agreements for 49 Embraer E-Jet aircraft and two General Electric CF-34 engines from Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE).

Air transport

flyadeal and Cebu Pacific enter strategic partnership

29 May 2025

flyadeal and Philippines’ carrier Cebu Pacific have signed an MoU to explore joint strategic commercial initiatives.

Air transport

Qatar Airways Cargo expands Sama into the cargo sector

29 May 2025

Qatar Airways Cargo will showcase its latest digital innovation, Sama, during Air Cargo Europe 2025 taking place from 2-5 June 2025 in Munich,…

Air transport

Avolon delivers first Airbus A320neo to Royal Jordanian

29 May 2025

Avolon has completed the delivery of the first Airbus A320neo in Royal Jordanian’s fleet.

Route planning and tourism

Riyadh Air and Ministry of Culture partner up to elevate travel

27 May 2025

Riyadh Air has signed a strategic partnership with the Ministry of Culture to transform the travel experience by embedding authentic Saudi culture…

Technology

SITA launches satellite service helping airports stay connected

27 May 2025

A new satellite service is helping airports and airlines stay connected as SITA launches Managed Satellites.

People

Egypt’s Minister of Civil Aviation visits Airbus in Toulouse

26 May 2025

In a move to bolster strategic ties between Egypt and France, Dr. Sameh El-Hefny, Minister of Civil Aviation, conducted an official visit to the…

Route planning and tourism

Emirates introduces experiential Travel Store in Mauritius

23 May 2025

Emirates has officially launched its new Travel Store in Port-Louis, Mauritius.

Defence

UAE to establish Ground Master series air surveillance facility

22 May 2025

Tawazun Council and Thales have signed a cooperation agreement to produce locally advanced Ground Master series air surveillance radars.

Route planning and tourism

Air Arabia launches new non-stop flights to Krabi

22 May 2025

Air Arabia has launched its new non-stop flights to Krabi, in Thailand.

Air transport

Emirates adds 46 additional flights for Hajj and Eid Al Adha

22 May 2025

Emirates is ramping up its operations for this year’s Hajj season, with 33 special flights to Jeddah and Medina operating until 31 May and between 10…

Training

Flydubai launches Ab Initio Pilot Training programme

22 May 2025

Flydubai has launched its Ab Initio Pilot Training programme, in partnership with international overseas flight training partners.

Air transport

Emirates and Air Mauritius renew strategic partnership

22 May 2025

Emirates and Air Mauritius have renewed their partnership which includes a reciprocal code-sharing agreement on select routes.

Route planning and tourism

Flydubai resumes flights to Damascus

21 May 2025

Flydubai will resume direct flights to Damascus from June 1, 2025.

Business aviation

Gulfstream delivers 50th G700 to an undisclosed customer

21 May 2025

Gulfstream Aerospace has announced the 50th customer delivery of the Gulfstream G700 to an undisclosed customer.

Air transport

Airbus delivers first Pratt & Whitney powered A321XLR to Wizz Air

21 May 2025

Wizz Air has taken delivery of its first of 47 A321XLR aircraft - enhancing its capacity to connect Europe and the Middle East.

Business aviation

Gogo signs Falcon for multiple Galileo HDX installations

21 May 2025

Falcon, part of Alex Group Investment, is the first charter fleet operator to commit to multiple installations of Gogo’s Galileo HDX…

Air transport

Emirates A350 makes its debut in Amman

21 May 2025

The Emirates A350 touched down at Queen Alia International Airport on May 20, marking the start of its regular service on the second daily flight…

Business and finance

Etihad Airways reports record results of US$187 million

21 May 2025

Etihad Airways has delivered record-breaking financial performance and highest-ever customer satisfaction performance in the first quarter of 2025.

Maintenance

AMAC Aerospace Turkey redelivered Dassault Falcon F2000EX EASy

20 May 2025

In April, AMAC Aerospace Turkey conducted line maintenance on a Dassault Falcon F2000EX EASy at the hangar in Istanbul.

Defence

Havelsan partners with DNeX to accelerate digital transformation

20 May 2025

Havelsan, Türkiye’s software and systems company under the Turkish Armed Forces Foundation, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with…

Business aviation

Bombardier’s Global 8000 aircraft successfully completes its inaugural

20 May 2025

Bombardier has announced that the first production Global 8000 aircraft has successfully completed its inaugural flight.

Technology

EgyptAir selects SITA’s Connect Go

20 May 2025

EgyptAir has selected advanced connectivity and infrastructure solutions from SITA to modernise its network infrastructure.

Air transport

Cargo start-up SolitAir takes off with Lido Navigation

20 May 2025

UAE’s based dedicated cargo airline SolitAir has chosen Lido mPilot and Lido FMS from Lufthansa Systems to support its pilots and optimise flight…

Business aviation

UAS celebrates 25 Years as global trip support provider

19 May 2025

UAS International Trip Support (UAS) is celebrating its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century of delivering global aviation solutions.

Business and finance

Qatar Airways Group announces strongest financial results in its history

19 May 2025

Qatar Airways Group has announced the strongest set of financial results in its history.

Business aviation

Signum Aviation achieves a King’s Award for Enterprise

19 May 2025

Signum Aviation, the UK-based flight planning and operational support specialist for the private aviation industry has been honoured with a King’s…

Route planning and tourism

Etihad Airways adds Charlotte to its route network

19 May 2025

Etihad Airways has added to its growing U.S. network with the launch of non-stop flights to Charlotte, North Carolina, starting 4 May 2026.

Air transport

Emirates unveils bespoke A380 livery inspired by brown paper packages

19 May 2025

Emirates has unveiled its bespoke A380 livery, dedicated to its new door-to-door delivery solution, Emirates Courier Express.

Airports

IGA Istanbul Airport welcomes Air Europa

16 May 2025

One of Spain’s leading airlines, Air Europa, has started operating flights to iGA Istanbul Airport.

Flight services and support

flydubai unveils refurbished Travel Shop

16 May 2025

flydubai has officially unveiled its newly renovated Travel Shop in Deira, Dubai.

Route planning and tourism

Etihad Airways to serve Charlotte, North Carolina

16 May 2025

Etihad Airways will launch non-stop flights to Charlotte, North Carolina, starting 4 May 2026.

Air transport

Etihad Airways orders 28 wide-body Boeing aircraft

16 May 2025

Etihad Airways has confirmed an order for 28 wide-body Boeing aircraft.

Defence

Raytheon opens production and assembly facility at Tawazun Industrial Park

15 May 2025

Raytheon, an RTX business, has inaugurated a new advanced industrial facility at Tawazun Industrial Park in Abu Dhabi.

Business and finance

Qatar-Rwanda airline tie-up to be finalised shortly

15 May 2025

Senior executives from RwandAir and its holding company Aviation Travel and Logistics (ATL) say the long-touted deal for Qatar to take a 49% stake in…