A key element of the UAE's state-of-the-art air navigation centre has been formally opened by the ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who is also Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced today that the seventh World Cargo Symposium (WCS) being held in Doha, Qatar, from 12-14 March 2013 - exploring the theme of 'Action for Sustainability' - is to be hosted by Qatar Airways.
RAK International Airport and RAK Transport Authority (RAKTA) have agreed to develop a number of services designed to enhance connectivity within the Emirate, as well as promote their mutual business interests.
Gulfstream has received approval from the FAA and EASA to retrofit Gulfstream GV, GIV, GIV-SP, G400 and G300 aircraft with the cockpit upgrade known as PlaneDeck.
Qatar Airways has enhanced its operations with the acquisition of comprehensive aircraft recovery equipment – the first airline in the world to own the complete state-of-the-art kit.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that South African Airways will host the 69th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit (WATS) at Cape Town's International Convention Centre from 2-4 June 2013.
Using Dubai Airports' existing GAREX installation Norwegian firm Indra Navia has facilitated a seamless connection between Dubai International Airport and Dubai World Central Airport, ensuring a smooth transition of approach.
Etihad Airways has signed a contract with Airbus to equip 17 of its future A320s on order with Airbus' fuel saving Sharklets. The new wingtip devices measure 2.5 metres tall, replace the aircraft's current wingtip fence and will reduce fuel burn particularly over longer sectors.
Horizon International flight academy, based at Al Ain International airport, has introduced the iPad for Ground School (Theoretical Knowledge) training.
Work on Kuwait's new international airport is under way. Once complete, it is believed the facility will set a new environmental benchmark in aviation, becoming one of the largest airport users of solar power in the world. Keith Mwanalushi reports.
Strata, the advanced composite aerostructures facility section of Mubadala, had a hectic time at the recent Dubai Airshow. Jill Stockbridge finds out why.
Aviation analysts are warning that Gulf Air could be losing the fight for survival following a decision in the Bahrain parliament to reject a $1.75bn bailout to rescue the ailing airline.
Three Cobham business units are to provide critical components for six MD530F training helicopters bound for Shindand Air Base in Afghanistan, the company said today.
Honeywell and Inmarsat have signed an exclusive agreement to provide global in-flight connectivity services to business, commercial and government aviation customers around the world.
The second day of the Global Aerospace Summit in Abu Dhabi saw industry leaders looking at evolving global demand, the supply chain and the region's embryonic space industry.
Qatar Airways and Thales - the airline's In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity supplier - announced today the opening of a new technology research, development and training centre located at the Qatar Science and Technology Park in Doha.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called upon all parts of the aviation value chain in the Gulf region to work together on issues critical to aviation's ability to serve as a catalyst for economic growth.
NATS has participated in the inaugural Global Aerospace Summit in Abu Dhabi, UAE, to discuss the pivotal role air traffic management must play in shaping the future of the aerospace, aviation and space sectors.
