Middle East & North Africa

An EgyptAir Boeing 777 and a Virgin Atlantic A330-300 suffered a collison while taxiing at JFK Airport, New York, early this morning.
Air Transport

At least three airlines with bases in North Africa are evaluating the Bombardier CSeries as confidence in the type grows following EgyptAir's decision to buy 12 units with options for 12 more, reports Martin Rivers
Air Transport

By Nigel Mayes
This week: Qatar Airways bolsters presence in the Greek market and low-cost Indian carrier Indigo adds Middle East flights.
Airports & Networks

Delivery of the first A350-1000 – the longest-fuselage version of Airbus' A350 XWB jetliner – is planned before year-end following the aircraft's Type Certification by the European and U.S. airworthiness authorities.
Air Transport

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the IATA Aviation Safety Culture (I-ASC) survey to support airlines in the implementation of Safety Management Systems (SMS) and building a strong safety culture in compliance with the recently upgraded standards and recommended practices (SARPS) of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
Air Transport

Addressing the aviation security community at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) 26th AVSEC World conference in Abu Dhabi last week, TSA Administrator, David P. Pekoske, endorsed the joint Airports Council International (ACI)-IATA Smart Security programme, and applauded the work the industry was doing to "embrace and improve security effectiveness through innovative approaches."
Safety, Ops & Regulation

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged the swift implementation by states of the first Global Aviation Security Plan (GASeP) which was established this week by the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
Air Transport

By David Casey
Airbus has sealed a record $50bn order at the Dubai Air Show, one of the largest commercial plane deals in history, but Boeing has hit back with a $27bn agreement of its own.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
Emirates has agreed to buy 40 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners at the start of the biennial Dubai Air Show as the wait for new Airbus A380 orders goes on.
Airports & Networks

The United Arab Emirates Space Agency (UAE Space Agency), the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) and the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) have jointly announced that the UAE, represented by the three parties, has become an official member of the International Charter on Space and Major Disasters.
Space

Turkish Airlines has announced special fares to Turkey this winter.
Airports & Networks

Etihad Airways has introduced a selection of inflight products aimed at enhancing the travel experience and providing more choice for its guests in Economy Class. The items are available for purchase on a selected number of routes to and from Abu Dhabi.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

Air Arabia has received the 'Outstanding Achievement Award' by the Aviation Achievement Awards, at this year's Aviation Annual Gala Evening 2017.
Aerospace

The Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) has honoured 22 managers, heads of departments and employees after completing the fourth phase of its 'Innovation Champions' programme.
Airports & Networks

Leonardo will participate in the fourth edition of Gulf Defense and Aerospace (GDA), the international tri-service exhibition and conference held in Mishref, Kuwait.
Aerospace

Oman Air has added a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to its fleet.
Airports & Networks

Empire Aviation Group (EAG) affiliate, Empire Aircraft Management Services Private (EAMSPL), has been awarded a Non-Scheduled Operator's Permit (NSOP) by the Civil Aviation Department in India.
Business Aviation

Emirates will showcase its largest static aircraft display to date at this year's Dubai Airshow.
Aerospace

Alsalam will be exhibiting at the show for the first time as Alsalam Aerospace Industries since changing its corporate identity earlier this year.
Aerospace

Atlas Aerospace, the new aerospace arm of Atlas Group will attend the Dubai Airshow from November 12 to 16.
MRO

The AAGE2017 (Aviation Annual Gala Evening) will take place on Tuesday and aviation professionals can look forward to an evening on baord a 220ft deluxe Mega yacht.
Aerospace

Jazeera Airways has unveiled a brand new livery for its fleet, new cabin interiors and stylish new crew uniforms ahead of new route launches.
Safety, Ops & Regulation

The UAE Space Agency has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, defining a framework for collaboration and the exchange of information and expertise in the fields of space science, research, and technology.
Space

Embraer has announced enhancements to its Legacy 500 and Legacy 450 business jets at the 2017 National Business Aviation Association's Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition (NBAA-BACE).
Business Aviation

Qantas and Emirates have announced additional network changes under the joint partnership which provide customers with greater year round frequency and more services between Australia and New Zealand.
Air Transport