Middle East & North Africa

Etihad Airways has released its traffic statistics for September 2024, showcasing a strong performance as the summer holiday season reached its finale.

The E-Freighter, Embraer’s E190F has been fully certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Saudia Group and the Ministry of Transport and Logistic Services have signed an MoU supported by the Ministry of Education, aimed at developing national capabilities and competencies in the field of transport and logistics.

AviLease, a global aircraft lessor, has acquired a Boeing 787-9 aircraft from BBAM, a prominent global lessor with $18 billion in aviation assets under management.

Turkey's AJet has launched new routes to Saudi Arabia and Egypt, continuing its network expansion.

The Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) has launched its first STEM drone programme.

Ansett Aviation Training (AAT) held a launch event for ready for training status of its new Airbus A320 ceo/neo full flight simulator in Dubai.

Dnata has added 14 new, 180kVA electric ground power units (GPU) to its ground support equipment fleet at Dubai International airport (DXB).

Etihad Airways is boosting its weekly flights between Abu Dhabi and Jaipur to ten a week from 15 December, 2024.

Qatar Executive and Qatar Airways Privilege Club have entered a partnership that will bring exclusive benefits to loyalty members.

Emirates has invested around US$48 million in Airbus A350s full suites of cutting-edge equipment and systems to support both pilot and cabin crew training.

AMAC Aerospace, which has facilities in Turkey, Lebanon and Saudi Arabia, is developing a new facility in JCB Aero in Auch, France.

Emirates has officially opened the doors to its newly designed ‘Emirates World’ Travel Store in London.

Air Arabia has been named winner of the ‘Corporate Award in the Airline Category’ for its commitment to enhancing efficiency, reliability and customer satisfaction.

Emirates has showcased a suite of new services and innovative products for People of Determination during AccessAbilities Expo in Dubai World Trade Centre.

AviLease has acquired nine aircraft from global lessor Avolon. This transaction follows last year’s successful purchase of 13 aircraft from Avolon.

As part of the World Space Week activities, the UAE Space Agency is hosting the inaugural Space Research Conference 2024, taking place from 8-10 October.

RightJet, a global provider of private jet services, has launched a spectacular Private Jet Showroom at Emirates Palace Mandarin Hotel, Abu Dhabi.

On World Teachers’ Day, both Emirates and Emirates Flight Training Academy (EFTA) have hailed their flight instructors for piloting the future of aviation.

A growing number of Middle East countries are putting space at the top of their technology investment agendas.

Under the theme “New Era of Dynamic and Sustainable Partnership”, Qatar Airways Group has outlined its continued efforts as it moves forward with its 2.0 vision for the future.

Riyadh Air has entered a strategic partnership with the FII Institute to drive positive changes and shape the future of sustainable development.

Bahrain has welcomed over 2,300 aviation professionals from 110 countries to Routes World 2024, with participation of 230 airlines and 530 airports.

Air Arabia has resumed its non-stop flights between Ras Al Khaimah and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

IATA is reminding governments of the importance of protecting civil aviation, including airport and air navigation infrastructure, during times of conflict.