Middle East & North Africa

Iran's Fars News Agency has reported that the country's Shalamcheh air defense missiles can now trace and intercept Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) at low altitudes.
Defense

Etihad Airways and the Formula One Group yesterday signed an agreement extending the airline's title sponsorship of the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix for four years, effective through to the 2015 event.
Airports & Networks

A Turkish Airlines plane that skidded off the runway after landing at Mumbai International Airport, India on the 2nd September has finally been towed away, following four days stuck in the mud near the airport's main runway.
Maintenance & Training

Black Hawk pilots and special operations forces will be delighted by the latest release from US communications manufacturer Silynx.
Emerging Technologies

(Reuters) Boeing may be forced to cut short the lifespan of its just-launched 737 MAX aircraft and go back to the drawing board for a new airplane to protect sales, the head of engine maker Pratt & Whitney said at the annual Reuters Aerospace & Defense Summit yesterday.
Air Transport

Defence contractor Lockheed Martin Corp expects progress on its F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, international sales and upgrade work for legacy fighter jets to fuel growth even as U.S. defense spending shrinks, its chief executive told Reuters on Tuesday.
Defense

Iran needs $5 billion to purchase planes and navigation equipment said Iranian parliamentary member Mehrdad Lahouti, Bloomberg has reported.
Aerospace

The board of Oman Air has asked its outgoing CEO Peter Hill to delay his departure from the company for a short time until a suitable candidate can be found to take over the reins, Muscat Daily has reported.
Air Transport

Arinc has announced the launch of its new intelligence-led border management system by its Europe, Middle East & Africa office. The System will enable state border agencies to cost-effectively manage security risks, and facilitate the flow of passengers through airports and other border check points.
Airports & Networks

The first flyable A350 XWB wing upper cover manufactured at Airbus' Stade (Germany) site was loaded on to the Beluga today to be transported to Airbus' Wing Assembly site in Broughton (UK).
Air Transport

Air Arabia has announced a new route to Yanbu in Saudi Arabia from the carrier's primary hub in Sharjah UAE.
Airports & Networks

Alsalam Aircraft Company has signed a new maintenance contract with Saudi Aramco for Boeing 737 NG (New Generation) aircraft.
MRO

Dubai Airports has cemented its commitment to improving passengers' overall airport experience with the appointment of Amor Group to implement a comprehensive service delivery measurement programme. The largest project of its kind to be undertaken by an airport operator, it will deliver intelligent, real-time information to drive better service delivery for passengers.
Airports & Networks

Saudi Airlines Cargo is rapidly expanding its presence in Europe by opening offices in Germany, the Netherlands, Italy and Scandinavia and appointing GSA's in Austria, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Hungary, Bulgaria, Slovakia, Slovenia, Poland and Romania.
Air Transport

Mubadala Aerospace's component and engine financing solutions company Sanad, has entered into new component inventory agreements valued in excess of $50 million with fellow group members Abu Dhabi Aircraft Technologies (ADAT) and SR Technics.
MRO

Middle Eastern carriers posted a 9.7% increase in demand during January, outstripping the 8.9% capacity increase according to figures released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) this week.
Airports & Networks

The European Union has formally lifted the sanctions on Libyan Airlines that were re-imposed in March. This clears the way for the airline to begin repairing or renewing its fleet as the country rebuilds after the uprising.
Airports & Networks

Boeing will deliver the first 747-8 Freighter to launch customer Cargolux on September 19 in Everett, Washington.
Air Transport

Etihad Airways announced today that it has appointed Melanie Quinn as the new sales manager for the North of England.
Maintenance & Training

The countdown to the 17th World Routes has begun. The event is where decision makers from the world's airlines, airports and tourist boards gather annually to plan air services and discuss strategies for the global aviation industry.
Aerospace

Turkey's Pegasus Airlines is entering a partnership agreement with Germany's Air Berlin to increase charter traffic between their two countries
Airports & Networks

Reputable international carrier is urgently seeking an experienced Head of Inventory
Aerospace

Jetcraft Corporation, a provider of business aircraft sales, acquisitions, trading and brokerage services, has commented on the state of the international business jet market.
Business Aviation

Oman Air's Business Class customers will be able to enjoy exclusive complimentary access to No.1 Traveller's brand-new 'flagship' lounge at London Heathrow's Terminal 3.
Air Transport

Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has named company Jamie Fields to the newly created position of director, Repair and Overhaul Services in a role that covers the Middle East
Maintenance & Training