Dubai carrier Emirates is following the successful formula that won it so much awareness in Europe as it attempts to make a major impact into the US air transport scene.
Emirates is responding to strong passenger demand in Tunis by launching an extra frequency and introducing the Airbus A340-500 on to the Dubai- Tunis route, commencing 25 March 2012.
Al Bateen Executive Airport, operated and managed by Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), has entered the ranks of best Fixed Based Operators (FBOs) in the prestigious European Business Air News FBO Survey 2012.
The UAE's aerobatics display team, Al Fursan, is to take its place among the world's top military performers when it makes a debut appearance at the UK's Royal International Air Tattoo in July.
The final phase of wind tunnel testing, a major milestone in aeroplane development, began today on Boeing's 737 MAX programme at the QinetiQ facility in Farnborough, UK.
Etihad Airways, along with its Unit Load Device (ULD) partner Jettainer, has embarked on a program to replace 3,000 containers from the original aluminium ULD fleet with environmentally friendly lightweight versions.
Etihad Airways, along with its Unit Load Device (ULD) partner Jettainer, has embarked on a programme to replace 3,000 containers from the original aluminium ULD fleet with environmentally friendly lightweight versions.
The launch of the Yahsat Y1B satellite, from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan, has been postponed until April 2012, due to two other failed launch attempts.
Dubai International Airport and Abu Dhabi International Airport took first and second spots respectively in the prestigious Airports Council International (ACI) awards for service quality across the Middle East
The A350 XWB's new engine – the Rolls-Royce Trent XWB – has successfully made its maiden flight aboard Airbus' dedicated A380 “Flying-Test-Bed” aircraft.
Tony Fernades, the head of Malaysian low cost carrier Air Asia has confirmed the airline is in talks with potential partners in the Gulf to launch a true low-cost carrier for the region.
Boeing BBJ customers in the region could have another option for completions and upgrades following a new agreement between Boeing and French MRO firm Sabena Technics
Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, is expanding its North American operation, increasing trade opportunities between U.S. businesses and its global network.
F&E Aerospace develops the Middle East Business Aviation show (MEBA) with new focus areas that will attract dedicated buyers in the region taking place 11 to 13 December 2012 at Dubai's Al Maktoum International Airport – Dubai World Central.
Aviation Lease And Finance Company (ALAFCO), the Kuwait-based international aircraft leasing company, has announced that it has selected CFM International's advanced LEAP-1A engines to power 35 new Airbus A320neo aircraft scheduled for delivery between 2019 and 2021.
Hawker Beechcraft Defense Company (HBDC) today announced its AT-6 Light Attack aircraft has successfully employed laser-guided rockets during recent test sorties at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.
EgyptAir and Boeing have partnered with the Egyptian American Scientists and Engineers (EASE) to transport a consignment of wheelchairs and clothing onboard a Boeing Next-Generation 737-800 that was delivered to the airline.
Offset finance specialist Blenheim Capital has responded with a call for all parties involved in offsets to work together to help offsets reach their full potential. This follows the release of Transparency International's report into due diligence and corruption risk in offset finance deals.
Air Arabia is expanding its Kuwait services from its Sharjah hub. With the launch of the additional service, Air Arabia will now operate three daily flights to the city of Kuwait.
Business jet manufacturer Dassault announced today that it is now offering a Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) service designed and tailored specifically for Falcon operators. The system has been shown to improve safety of flight and has become standard for commercial airlines.
