Emirates is hoping to convince Boeing to launch and develop an even larger version of the Boeing 777X after signing up for an additional 65 of the type at Dubai Airshow.
Association of Asia Pacific Airlines industry leaders are urging states to establish policies that will support the acceleration of sustainable aviation fuel.
The UAE government is working toward making the use of sustainable aviation fuel mandatory in the country as a key component of its SAF policy roadmap.
Airlines need to think 10-15 years out and likely extend the life of their current fleets because of new aircraft delivery shortfalls, a Boeing executive says.
IATA Director General Willie Walsh is urging Asia-Pacific to develop its own regulatory and infrastructure solutions rather than emulate Europe’s approach.
The imposition of tariffs by the U.S. represents a significant financial threat to Asia-Pacific airlines due to the added pressure on costs, AAPA says.
U.S. transportation officials are allowing airlines to add flights back into the system or operate planned departures, lessening required schedule reductions to 3%.
As Arab airlines head to the Dubai Airshow, most of their executives are not quite sure whether they should laugh or cry. They have good reasons for both.
Aeromexico is unconcerned about the latest order from the U.S. restricting certain flights and is hopeful the spat between the countries will end soon.
Wizz Air says its network restructuring will begin delivering financial benefits from the 2027 fiscal year as new bases across Central and Eastern Europe open.
Etihad Airways says it set a new benchmark at the nine-month point in its financial year, continuing the trend among Gulf airlines for record financial results.
Singapore Airlines will roll out LEO satellite connectivity to enhance inflight Wi-Fi as part of a long-haul cabin product revamp set for the 2026 first half.
U.S. airports are making another push to convince the federal government to raise the passenger facility charge (PFC) cap, which has not changed for 25 years.
The rapid growth in inbound travel to Japan is showing no signs of easing off, and Japanese outbound demand is also rising, a Japan Airlines executive says.
Malaysia Airlines parent Malaysia Aviation Group is preparing to launch its campaign to select the widebody aircraft type that will replace its current long-haul fleet.
Spirit Airlines, working through its latest restructuring, is doubling down on efforts to cut costs and realign its network, creating opportunity for others.
With the aviation community converging for the Dubai Airshow, this week’s Flight Friday looks at the post-pandemic recovery of the Middle East’s major carriers.
