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Arabian Aerospace: May-July 2022

VOL. 14 NO. 2 May 06, 2022
Arabian Aerospace: Vol.14, Issue 2

This issue features the cover story from SAEI, the MRO business arm of Saudi Arabian Airlines.

We review the World Defense Show that took place in the 'new' open Saudi Arabia and the ambitious 'Vision 2030' plan to have 50% of aerospace and defence spending and value within the Kingdom.

Covering all aviation sectors, providing a good read for aerospace professionals.

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Abu Dhabi steps up as Etihad sheds subsidiaries

Jul 12, 2022
Abu Dhabi has taken a significant step towards building an aviation eco-system in the emirate, apparently trying to emulate neighbouring Dubai’s success in creating a major economic revenue-generator.
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Air Arabia JVs set for take-off

Jun 30, 2022
Air Arabia is preparing for the imminent first flights of its two joint venture companies in Armenia and Pakistan.
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Alliance can make a world of difference to RAM

Jul 06, 2022
Royal Air Maroc (RAM) chose Abidjan to kick off a major marketing and communication campaign in Africa to celebrate its membership to the Oneworld Alliance.
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Aramco completes fleet renewal programme

Jun 27, 2022
The Milestone Aviation Group completed the final delivery in the Saudi Aramco medium helicopter fleet renewal programme in February.
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Blue-sky boutique offers fleet for hire

Jun 06, 2022
Gulf Air is broadening its services by offering its aircraft for private charters.
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Charge of the freight brigade...

May 31, 2022
Air cargo operations have become more important for airlines than even before. Alan Peaford reports on how Gulf carriers have helped boost fleets by funding the launch of two new freighter options from the leading airframers.
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El Al aiming to snap up smaller rival

Jul 11, 2022
Changes are on the way in Israel’s airline industry, as flag-carrier El Al plans to acquire Arkia.
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Excitement grows over Mars data

Jul 01, 2022
The Emirates Mars Mission Hope probe has now been in space for nearly two years focusing on the atmosphere and climate of the Red Planet.
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HIA’s best keeps getting better

Jun 08, 2022
Qatar’s Hamad International Airport looks to the future after coming out of the pandemic as a clear winner in the technology and sustainability stakes.
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Israel saddles up Pegasus and King Stallion

Jun 24, 2022
A look at the latest defence activity taking place in the MENA region.
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Jordan targets $4.21bn F-16 deal

Jun 15, 2022
The US State Department recently gave approval for a possible foreign military sale (FMS) of 12 Block 70 F-16Cs and four two-seat Block 70 F-16D aircraft and related equipment to Jordan, at an estimated cost of $4.21 billion.
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Jordanian carrier set to charter a new course

Jun 22, 2022
Charter specialist, Jordan Aviation Airlines, aims to move increasingly into scheduled services, including long-haul routes.
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Let's work together

Jun 20, 2022
Time for Middle East MROs to collaborate
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Merkur gears up for higher demand

Jun 17, 2022
Merkur Charter is gearing up to meet higher demand as clients prioritise safety because of the pandemic.
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Mine your own business

Jun 13, 2022
As the Middle East region diversifies from its traditional oil and gas-dependent economies there are new opportunities for the rotary-wing sector.
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MROs wrestle with the ‘green’ way forward

Jul 05, 2022
Sustainability is a collective responsibility for the entire aviation value chain.
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Team brings helicopters ‘back from the dead’

Jul 04, 2022
Returning a fleet of long-parked Bell helicopters to service presented Jet Aviation’s Fujairah shop with unique challenges.
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THC buys into Saudi Arabian growth

Jul 07, 2022
The Helicopter Company (THC), Saudi Arabia’s first and only commercial rotorcraft operator, has signed agreements for 43 new aircraft with options on a further 20.
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The green dream

Jun 23, 2022
In a quest to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, the use of sustainable aviation fuel is moving up the agenda for Arab carriers.
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US and Israel make the most of new relationship

Jul 08, 2022
United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has assumed responsibility for US forces in Israel, which had previously been under the control of US European Command.
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US sanctions deal double blow to TAI helicopter sales

Jun 01, 2022
Sanctions imposed following Turkey’s procurement of the Russian S-400E air defence system have affected TAI sales to both the Philippines and Pakistan.
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Village overhaul

May 16, 2022
Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries (SAEI) – the maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) business arm of Saudi Arabian Airlines – is embarking on a massive growth plan to meet the expansion demands of its parent and that of its government, which has opened its borders to encourage tourism and business activities.
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Yemenia growing stronger – despite the challenges

Jun 10, 2022
Despite the combination of the continuing civil war and the global pandemic, Yemen’s national airline has succeeded in buying new equipment.