Air Transport

Turkish Airlines has launched a new hygiene programme 'TK Extra Care', which highlights new protective hygiene measures, in collaboration with the global carrier’s ambassador Dr. Mehmet Oz, the producer and host of the world-renowned 'The Dr. Oz Show'.
Air Transport

Jazeera Airways has taken delivery of its sixth Airbus A320neo aircraft which landed at Kuwait International Airport on January 16, growing its fleet to 15 aircraft.
Air Transport

Oman Air has successfully passed the International Air Transportation Association (IATA) Operational Safety Audit (IOSA).
Air Transport

Both Emirates and Etihad Airways have partnered with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to trial IATA Travel Pass – a mobile app to help passengers easily and securely manage their travel in line with any government requirements for COVID-19 testing or vaccine information.
Air Transport

IATA CEO Alexandre de Juniac said during a speech at The World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) that we will not be able to eliminate the risk of Covid-19 in any foreseeable timeline, so we must learn to manage the risk of it.
Air Transport

Qatar Airways has signed an expanded codeshare agreement with Iberia.
Air Transport

Royal Jordanian will start implementing the new measures required by the Jordanian Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission for inbound flights as of January 20th, 2021.
Air Transport

Despite shrinking to its lowest point of under 400 aircraft during the pandemic, the in-service fleet size in the Middle East is forecasted to reach more than 2,300 by 2031, according to Oliver Wyman’s latest fleet and MRO forecast.
Air Transport

Etihad Airways and Gulf Air have signed a Strategic Commercial Cooperation Agreement (SCCA) to deepen their partnership between Abu Dhabi and Bahrain and beyond the respective hubs.
Air Transport

Emirates has become among the first airlines in the world to operate a flight with fully vaccinated frontline teams servicing customers at every touchpoint of the travel journey.
Air Transport

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the UAE’s new national airline, has introduced a new feature on its mobile app, which will enable Wizz Air Abu Dhabi customers to activate price alerts on flights of interest.
Air Transport

Emirates and TAP Air Portugal have signed an MoU to expand the codeshare partnership.
Air Transport

Boeing and Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) have announced the aircraft lessor has ordered 15 737-8 MAX jets.
Air Transport

Gulf Air and Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia) have held talks to discuss their close commercial relationships and explore ways to build on the ties by establishing a codeshare agreement.
Air Transport

The emergence of new COVID-19 strains in India could pose challenges for the Gulf Cooperation Council’s (GCC) super-connector aviation hubs as they move towards recovery, said GlobalData’s MEED.
Air Transport

Gulf Air recently launched its new slogan ‘A class of our own’ during the 2021 Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix.
Air Transport

By Karen Walker
Many have attempted to disrupt the transatlantic market with low-fare, long-haul startups. Few have succeeded. JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes has promised to create a “permanent and disruptive effect,” so how might JetBlue be different?
Airlines & Lessors

By Ben Goldstein
Amazon has officially launched operations out of its brand-new $1.5 billion air cargo hub at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), part of a push by the e-commerce giant to accelerate shipping speeds across its network.
Airports & Networks

By Alan Dron
Europe remains a two-speed aviation market, with airports in the EU and its associated states suffering considerably more from the pandemic’s effects than countries outside the bloc, according to Airports Council International (ACI) Europe.
Airports & Networks

By Alan Dron
Kenya-based Astral Aviation and Azerbaijan-based Silk Way West Airlines have signed an interline agreement to improve freight opportunities to and from Africa.
Airports & Networks

Oman Air has published its annual report for 2011. The report reflects the company's achievements, its outstanding efforts and the successful approach towards the development of all aspects of its operations in order to continue the company's growth and successes. Oman Air's business operations have witnessed remarkable growth during 2011.
Air Transport

It's looking likely there will be a codeshare deal next week between Emirates and Qantas.
Air Transport

Etihad Airways today confirmed its equity stake in Virgin Australia Holdings has now reached 10 per cent.
Air Transport

During a keynote address to industry professionals at the Aviation Club Lunch In London, Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker called on the British Government to urgently address capacity constraints at London Heathrow.
Air Transport

By Sean Broderick
Air cargo leasing specialist Air Transport Services Group (ATSG) sees the Airbus A321 and A330 platforms as ideal complements and key contributors to future growth, even as the Boeing 767 remains the company’s flagship fleet type.
Aircraft & Propulsion