Middle East & North Africa

Egypt’s State-owned Arab Organisation for Industrialisation (AOI) announced in January 2023 that an agreement had been reached for the local production of the Korean Aerospace Industries (KAI) T-50 lead-in fighter trainer and FA-50 light attack aircraft.
Aerospace

President of Egypt, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, watched with pride as his country’s flying display team, The Silver Stars, performed an amazing aerial demonstration.
Aerospace

Aviation Services Management (ASM) has opened a new office in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, strengthening its operational footprint in the Middle East.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

Red Sea Airlines marked the second anniversary of starting operations yesterday, with plans to expand its current fleet of three Boeing 737-800s to five early next year.
Aerospace

The inaugural Egypt International Air Show opens today at El Alamein International Airport in El Dabaa, Matrouh. SHOW BUSINESS is there for all three days of the show.
Aerospace

The war in Ukraine has seen an increase in interest in Thales’ air defence systems, the company said at the show.
Aerospace

Air Cairo will seek to acquire second-hand Airbus A320s to expand its fleet in the short term, as it prepares to receive the last of a batch of A320neos.
Aerospace

SITA has appointed Selim Bouri as its new President for the Middle East and Africa region.
Maintenance & Training

Private jet operator RoyalJet, the premium private jet operator, has appointed seasoned aviation industry executive Shafiul Syed as its new chief executive.
Maintenance & Training

The Hurjet will make its first international appearance at the Egyptian International Airshow this week.
Aerospace

Egypt is aggressively pursuing ambitious expansion plans for its airport infrastructure and airlines.
Air Transport

Chapman Freeborn, the provider in aircraft charter solutions, is poised to engage with key partners during the Egypt International Airshow 2024.
Aerospace

The next batch of Dassault Rafales will start being delivered in 2026, which will bring with them several niche capabilities.
Aerospace

(IATA) has released data showing passenger demand was up 8% in July.
Air Transport

Bell will attend the Special Operations Forces Exhibition and Conference (SOFEX) at World Defense Show 2024 in Jordan from 2 to 5 September.
Aerospace

Emirates took to the skies yesterday to celebrate its longstanding and ongoing commitment to South Africa, with the country’s first ever A380 flypast.
Air Transport

By Mark Pilling
EgyptAir is looking forward to becoming one of the African carriers operating Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 powered Boeing 787s.
MRO

In the past year, Emirates has doubled the number of cities it offers beyond its own network, offering travel opportunities to nearly 1,700 additional cities.
Air Transport

Red Sea Global (RSG), The Red Sea and AMAALA, have secured its second operating license for a water aerodrome from the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA).
Aerospace

IATA released data for July 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand.
Air Transport

The fifth annual AIRTAXI World Congress (ATWC) opens in Dubai, October 7- 10th at the Grand Hyatt Dubai Conference & Exhibition Centre.
Aerospace

The Emirates Group is marking the contributions of Emirati women, and the work they do to advance excellence across aviation and travel in the UAE.
Air Transport

Flydubai is today celebrating Emirati Women’s Day with record growth in female representation.
Air Transport

The operator of Dubai International (DXB) and Al Maktoum International (DWC) said it is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing operational efficiency through various initiatives.
Airports & Networks

Abu Dhabi-based Marlan Space has teamed up with U.S. startup Loft Orbital to establish Orbitworks, a satellite manufacturer that will focus on the Middle East market, reports Matthew Fulco.
Space