Middle East & North Africa

Airfares in the Middle East and Asia-Pacific surged as nations emerged from pandemic-related restrictions, according to the Airports Council International (ACI).

More than 24,000 cabin crew and ground staff globally have completed Emirates ‘Introduction to Autism and Hidden Disabilities’ training.

Oman Air is this month celebrating its 30th anniversary.

Emirates and United have activated their codeshare partnership, allowing Emirates customers to access to an expanded choice of U.S. destinations.

Etihad Airways began its first scheduled flight between Abu Dhabi and Beijing Daxing Airport on March 28, 2023.

The 'Sun n Fun' in Florida has witnessed the unveiling of a new headset. The A30 from Bose, is an entirely new product designed to bring pilots the best combination of comfort, noise cancellations and audio clarity on the market.

Jazeera Airways shareholders have approved 50% cash dividend for the Q2 2022.

Wizz Air has launched new routes from London Luton Airport and Gatwick Airport to Istanbul in Turkey.

Royal Air Maroc is increasing its European network during the summer 2023 season.

Passengers on Qatar Airways flights were able to keep up-to-date with the action from the World Cup 2022 thanks to Panasonic Avionics and Inmarsat.

VPorts and has signed agreements to bolster operations of Advanced Air Mobility Centre in Dubai.

Emirates’ flagship A380 made a landmark touchdown at Christchurch Airport, New Zealand today.

Middle East and Asia-Pacific regions are expected to account for 58 per cent of the global air passenger demand in 2040.

United Airlines has launched a new nonstop daily service between its New York/Newark hub and Dubai International (DXB).

Emirates’ flagship A380 has touched down in Glasgow Airport for the first time since September 2019.

Etihad Airways has returned to Kolkata in India.

London Gatwick Airport will be adding another long-haul route to its network from 1 June, when Saudia begins operating flights to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KLM) is adding new destinations in the Middle East, Africa and Indi this summer.

Saudia is planning to buy 100 electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft from German aerospace company Lilium.

With advanced aircraft big news, many recognise cargo carrying VTOL platforms will lead the way with certification and implementation into the mainstream.

Tony Douglas, chief executive of Saudi’s new airline Riyadh Air, told Bloomberg that the airline is aiming to order more aircraft.

Emirates will deploy its signature A380 aircraft to Bali starting from 1 June 2023.

Oman Air Holidays has partnered with Muzn, National Bank of Oman’s Islamic banking window to offer flexible financing plans for Umrah packages.

Etihad Airways is preparing to welcome its guests with a specially curated inflight menu throughout the holy month of Ramadan.

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