Middle East & North Africa

Airbus, Rolls-Royce, and Siemens have formed a partnership which aims at developing a near-term flight demonstrator which will be a significant step forward in hybrid-electric propulsion for commercial aircraft.
Air Transport

The 3DEXPERIENCE company Dassault Systèmes says emerging and rapidly developing Middle East countries are prioritising the building of vibrant local aerospace sectors for economic growth and competitiveness and to fuel national pride and prestige.
Emerging Technologies

To celebrate the UAE's 46th National Day, Emirates is offering travellers special fares to 46 destinations and a bonus Skywards miles offer when they avail the special fares. The offers are valid for booking until 10th December 2017, for outbound travel between 1 December 2017 and 10 June 2018.
Airports & Networks

Flydubai's inaugural flight touched down today at Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), marking the start of a new daily service from the carrier's second point in Moscow. With operations to Vnukovo International Airport (VKO), Flydubai is now offering 14 weekly flights to the Russian capital.
Airports & Networks

Despite instability in the region, fluctuating oil prices and unpredictable politics, the Gulf region is still one of the most attractive destinations for aviation specialists.
Air Transport

Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) has welcomed the joining of the initial group of elite governmental entities and multinational companies from the aviation sector in Dubai to the Future Aviation Lounge (FAL), an initiative that was recently launched by His Highness (H.H.) Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Airports & Networks

Dubai-based Flydubai has announced the launch of two new seasonal destinations for next year: Dubrovnik, Croatia and Kutaisi, Georgia; the latest additions to Flydubai's European network for the 2018 summer period.
Airports & Networks

Emirates expects higher than usual passenger traffic on its flights over the course of the upcoming National Day weekend.
Airports & Networks

SkyTeam is teaming up with high-tech start-up SkyLights to transform its Dubai lounge into a virtual movie theater. For a limited time, customers can watch multimedia content on immersive Bravo headsets and enjoy the latest cinematic VR technology before they fly.
Airports & Networks

Defence and security company Saab grows its presence in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by establishing development and production in Abu Dhabi.
MRO

Emirates, the Official Airline of the Los Angeles Dodgers, has brought all-star players Justin Turner (third baseman) and Chase Utley (second baseman) to Dubai to help further develop the game of baseball in the region.
Aerospace

An official delegation from the UAE Space Agency participated in high-level meetings with the international space agencies at the One Planet Summit.
Space

Oman Air SAOC has been awarded the IATA Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO) registration by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) at Muscat International Airport (MCT) and Salalah Airport (SLL).
Airports & Networks

Emirates Aviation University has celebrated today the graduation of 220 postgraduate and undergraduate students.
Aerospace

Etihad Airways was this week recognised for its commitment to travellers' wellbeing after announcing it will become the first airline in the Middle East to offer Weqaya-approved meal selections onboard its flights.
Airports & Networks

December 15 marks Royal Jordanian's 54th anniversary. On that day in 1963, the company launched its operations as the national carrier of Jordan and has since been an ambassador of goodwill and friendship to other cultures, and a bridge that facilitates tourism and trade with the world.
Aerospace

Etihad Aviation Group (EAG) has donated vital school and home supplies to more than one thousand Syrian refugee children at the Ritsona refugee camp near Athens.
Aerospace

H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA), has launched the 'DAFZA's Strategy for Islamic Economy' which is based on strategic initiatives involving the Islamic economy and halal sectors.
Airports & Networks

Oman Air recently hosted a special event to thank the agents at the Golden Tulip hotel in Muscat.
Aerospace

Resource Group's Aviation Technical Training division has announced the award of UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) approval to perform aviation maintenance basic training and knowledge examinations.
Maintenance & Training

Etihad Aviation Group's (EAG) Procurement and Supply Management team has held its annual 'Moving Forward” forum in Abu Dhabi.
Aerospace

Qatar Airways hosted a private gala dinner with influential business leaders, industry experts and heads of commerce to help complete the celebrations for the launch of its newest route to Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Aerospace

Dubai International (DXB) has been named the Favourite Airport for Layovers at the Conde Nast Traveller Readers' Choice Awards Middle East.
Airports & Networks

Aviation Week Network's and Tarsus F&E LLC Middle East's MRO Middle East conference and exhibition will be held January 22-24, 2018 in Dubai, UAE at the Dubai World Trade Center.
Aerospace

Abu Dhabi Airports' has completed the Midfield Airside Road Tunnel (MART) that links the new Midfield Terminal Building (MTB) with the southside terminals (Terminal 1 and 3) at Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Airports & Networks