Dubai Airshow 2023

Russian industry is making its presence felt here at the Dubai Airshow, despite Moscow’s ongoing offensive in Ukraine.

A deal for a large number of Airbus A321neos and A350s could be announced as early as Nov. 13, industry sources say.

A brief visual reference to the MQ-9B kicked off the Dubai International Air Chiefs Conference on Nov. 12.

The Middle East region presents options for new F-15 orders, especially among the type’s existing operators in Israel, Qatar and Saudi Arabia.

Saab is getting ready to fly the UAE's fifth GlobalEye platform as the company sees an uptick in international interest in the business-jet-based AEW aircraft.

Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer has launched studies of a maritime patrol variant of the E190-E2 airliner.

Eanan has announced plans to develop uncrewed aircraft in the UAE, including heavy cargo and passenger eVTOL aircraft.

UAE defense conglomerate Edge Group has taken a 50% stake in Polish light jet developer Flaris.

Seven business aircraft manufacturer are exhibiting their products at this year's Dubai Airshow, underlining the event's status as the show of choice for OEMs.

VPorts initiated the certification process for its vertiport at the integrator center with the Gulf Civil Aviation Administration (GCAA) in June.

Saudi Arabia's Neom Investment Fund has confirmed its investment in high-speed airliner developer Boom Supersonic.

Aftermarket companies in the region look at supplier diversification, technologies and alternative parts strategies to cope with inflation.

Business aircraft deliveries to the Middle East, including business turboprops and jets, are expected to total 141 over the 10-year period from 2024-2032.

Jordanian MRO provider Joramco is trying to meet demand for 300 new jobs at its upcoming widebody hangar in Amman.

Emirati defense conglomerate Edge Group has purchased a majority stake in Switzerland-based vertical-takeoff-and-landing UAS developer Anavia.

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.

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.

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