Middle East & North Africa

Pegasus Airlines launches flights on May 1 between London Gatwick and Istanbul's Sabiha Gokcen, and onto destinations across Turkey and beyond.
Airports & Networks

Dubai Airshow has strengthened its team with the appointment of Caryn McConnachie as new aerospace director.
Maintenance & Training

The International Defence Exhibition and Conferences (IDEX) has announced its participation in the LAAD Defence and Security International Exhibition held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, taking place from April 14 – 17 2015.
Aerospace

Qatar Duty Free has unveiled an exclusive 180-square metre Dior Les Parfums podium with an avenue of 6,000 roses delicately hand-planted one-by-one to create a garden atmosphere in Hamad International Airport.
Airports & Networks

Qatar Airways has been named the 'World's Most Dependable Airline' in a comprehensive study of all major carriers, published by CBS MoneyWatch and conducted by recognised travel site, WanderBat.
Air Transport

Abu Dhabi-based private jet operator, AJA, has appointed a new head of sales and commercial.
Maintenance & Training

Royal Jordanian and Zain have signed a cooperation agreement to enhance the services offered to customers of both companies.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

Etihad Airways has received accreditation from the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) to operate the country's first Aeromedical Centre (AeMC).
Air Transport

Flydubai has placed new orders for the Recaro seat BL3510. The economy class cabin of the airline's entire fleet is equipped with Recaro quality seating.
Interiors & Connectivity

AVTECH and Etihad Airways have agreed to expand the trial of the Aventus NowCast Descent Winds service (“Aventus”) from three destinations to Etihad Airways' full network.
Emerging Technologies

The president and chief executive officer of Etihad Airways, James Hogan, has met the European Commission Transport commissioner, Violeta Bulc, to highlight the benefits which the airline delivers to European consumers, outline the multi-billion euro contribution which it makes to European economies, and reinforce the risks associated with rising protectionist sentiment.
Air Transport

Emirates has launched a second daily A380 service to London Gatwick Airport.
Airports & Networks

Bell Helicopter has announced the delivery of a Bell 429 to Saudi Geological Survey (SGS). The aircraft is configured to perform utility roles in the Middle East.
Aerospace

Qatar Airways will operate a second Airbus A380 aircraft on the London Heathrow to Doha route from July 1, 2015. It will replace the current A330 aircraft which serves the sector.
Airports & Networks

Qatar Airways has responded to the continuous rise in passenger demand with an increase in the frequency of weekly flights to 10 of its most popular destinations throughout the Middle East and Europe.
Airports & Networks

In just over a year since it became fully operational at its Dubai World Central (DWC) base, DC Aviation Al-Futtaim (DCAF) has seen a dramatic increase in the movement of business aircraft taking off or landing at its state-of-the-art facility where it provides aircraft management, VIP aircraft and passenger handling, maintenance as well as business jet charter.
Business Aviation

The General Command of the Armed Forces, represented by the National Service and Reserve Authority (NRSA), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Etihad Airways.
Maintenance & Training

SITA and IT analytic provider Nexthink have announced a strategic partnership.
Emerging Technologies

Emirates today announced its largest ever order with Rolls-Royce, worth $9.2bn, for Trent 900 engines and TotalCare service support to power 50 Emirates Airbus A380 aircraft that will enter service from 2016.
MRO

Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum has issued a new law regulating the use of remotely piloted air systems (RPAS).
Aerospace

Oman Air is has launched a new codeshare agreement with KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.
Air Transport

Turkish Cargo has started operations to Lahore and Bahrain.
Aerospace

Sharjah's ACCL Airmotive Services has given the first of two PW4000 engines to the Aircraft Maintenance and Engineering Corporation (Ameco Beijing), for overhaul.
MRO

Emirates has signed up to sponsor 'The Last Wilderness of the UAE', a documentary series that will feature the United Arab Emirates' rich biodiversity.
Emerging Technologies

Emirates SkyCargo has seen an increased demand for freight capacity from the Philippines, having exported 500,000 kg of tuna to Europe and the Middle East in 2014.
Aerospace