Cessna chief, Jack Pelton has retired from the company after 11 years service during which time he led the company from near bankruptcy to record growth.

Gulf Air has appointed Karim Makhlouf as Chief Commercial Officer. He joined Gulf Air in October 2010 as Director Commercial Planning and was leading one of the airline's business-critical departments ensuring the company's business strategies are delivered.

Innotech-Execaire Aviation Group has appointed Andrew P. Pearce regional director, aircraft sales for the UK, Europe and the Middle East.

Dubai headquartered Dnata - the global air services provider which offers ground handling, cargo, travel, IT solutions and flight catering services, has rebranded and yesterday unveiled a new company philosophy and fresh visual look after having undergone a global brand realignment following a period of unprecedented growth worldwide.

The chief executive officer of Etihad Airways this week visited Bangkok and Singapore for meetings with business leaders, trade partners, and local representatives of the UAE government.

Gulf Aviation Academy (GAA) has announced signing a training agreement with Bahrain Air. Starting in April 2011, GAA will deliver aviation training services and facilities for Bahrain Air flight crew.

Bahrain's Gulf Aviation Academy (GAA), has signed a training agreement with the island's low cost carrier Bahrain Air

Jordanian aviation academy, Ayla is to hold another of its summer camps following the success of last year's launch event.