The number of smartphones carried by airline passengers has doubled over the last year making them an important tool for travelers wishing to check-in remotely, access flight information on the go, or use an emerging range of flight-related applications, according to the 2011 SITA - Air Transport World Passenger Self-Service Survey published today.
Abu Dhabi Airports Company and Arik Air - Nigeria's largest international carrier - announced today the launch of Arik Air flights to Abu Dhabi International Airport (ADIA).
The UK's Rapiscan Systems, today announced that it has been awarded a $3 million contract to provide state-of-the-art baggage, parcel and checkpoint inspection systems to an unnamed international airport in the Middle East region.