Dubai Airshow 2023 Day One

Bookings collapse as, security considerations affect operations. Many airlines in the Middle East have to adapt to new realities, again.

Delays have led Emirates to extend operations of the 777-300ER fleet.

When it comes to pure aviation matters in the Middle East, there is nothing more exciting than discussing the future role of Saudi Arabia in the market.

This arrangement runs alongside a similar, but larger, pool system created by IATA, AACO secretary-general Abdul Wahab Teffaha said.

The United Arab Emirates is partnering with startups to position itself as a center for advanced air mobility development.

The exit of Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker comes on the heels of a dispute with Airbus, as industry sources say Al Baker is not leaving voluntarily.

Aging fleets and regional instability are making Gulf Cooperation Council member countries prime marketing opportunities for airlifter OEMs.

Combat aircraft procurement among the Gulf Cooperation Council states is in constant flux, given the geopolitics and threats faced in the region.

Emirates plans to reveal further orders taking fleet plans into the 2030s, but new players like Riyadh Air and a revived Indian aviation sector are emerging.

VISTA will return in 2023 for its second year, aiming to provide support and investment to start-up companies within the aerospace, space, defense and technology sectors.

The move will help the UAE company focus new products on the Latin American market with a special focus on Brazil.