Gulf Air has signed a multiyear renewal of Honeywell Forge software to help increase operational efficiencies and decrease costs associated with several factors, including unnecessary fuel burn.
Collins Aerospace is keeping an eye on the adoption of biometrics, as well as cloud-based solutions and sustainability targets for airports in Middle East.
Etihad Airways ranked among the most punctual carriers in the Middle East and worldwide over the peak summer period, based on data from global aviation analytics group OAG.
Captain Mohamed Ahmed, CEO of SalamAir, said: "we are very excited to connect Oman with the capital city of the Czech Republic. The new connection creates an excellent opportunity for the citizen of the Czech Republic to explore the warm weather in Oman and visit one of the most popular attraction sites in Muscat and Salalah, which support Oman's 2040 vision. Similarly, Prague represents a fantastic destination for travellers in terms of beauty and culture. The city embraces its rich history and provides the perfect backdrop for a memorable trip. The city is known for transforming itself during the winter months. We are committed to opening every possible door to different markets, enabling travel, trade, and business while creating demand for new travellers looking to explore and experience unforgettable holidays."
An unexpected surge in the availability of feedstock has resulted in a flurry of activity in passenger-to-freighter (P2F) conversion. Will demand last?
Flydubai will launch flights to Namangan from 24 September with a twice-weekly service, becoming the first UAE carrier to offer direct flights from Dubai.
Saab, a leading defence and security company in the UAE, announced its first group of Sustain & Enhance Emiratisation in Defence and Security (SEEDS) trainees are being offered full-time jobs in Abu Dhabi upon graduating from the programme.
Marking World First Aid Day this month, Emirates celebrates 3,000 new cabin crew recruits who are now equipped with aviation first aid skills after successfully graduating from the airline’s cabin crew training programme.
Airport International Group revealed that Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) welcomed 5,139,090 passengers (PAX) during the first eight months of 2022.
The US Air Force is augmenting its normal bomber deployments in the Middle East with frequent ‘presence patrols’ by long-range Boeing B-52H Stratofortress heavy bombers.
Etihad Airways has increased flights from JFK International Airport following the launch of the airline’s new A350 aircraft, and an expanded partnership with JetBlue.
With training activities in the helicopter sector picking up again as the industry climbs out of the trough caused by Covid-19, the Gulf Helicopters Training Academy in Doha is looking to the future.
Royal Air Maroc will resume its services between Mohamed Fifth airport in Casablanca and Hamad International Airport in Doha in partnership with Qatar Airways with one daily flight, starting from September 12.
Gulfstream Aerospace has announced the second fully outfitted Gulfstream G700 production-test aircraft has flown, adding an additional testing platform for the most spacious cabin in business aviation.
Emirates’ order of 50 Airbus A350-900 aircraft, with deliveries scheduled for 2024, will be equipped with Thales’ premier AVANT Up inflight entertainment solution.
CDB Aviation has delivered an Airbus A320neo to Turkish Airlines. The transaction marks the introduction of the inaugural A320neo to the carrier’s fleet.
