Middle East & North Africa

Emirates has become the world’s first airline to operate an A380 demonstration flight using 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).

SalamAir is preparing to launch operations in five key Indian destinations; Hyderabad, Calicut, Jaipur, Trivandrum, and Lucknow.

At the third ICAO Conference on Aviation and Alternative Fuels (CAAF/3) in Dubai, eight founding entities launched the “Air-CRAFT” SAF initiative.

Gulfstream Aerospace has announced it has successfully completed the world’s first trans-Atlantic flight using 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

GAL and AMMROC, collectively known as GAL AMMROC have signed a teaming agreement with Pannesma.

A Kenyan airline CEO has encouraged airlines in East Africa to think again about consolidation of national carriers to break down barriers to travel through the region.

IATA’s regional vice president Africa and Middle East, Kamil Al-Awadhi railed against Nigeria’s stance on blocked funds that could cripple African and other airlines and ultimately affect air travel to the West African powerhouse.

Dubai Airports is forecasting annual passenger traffic at Dubai International (DXB) to reach 86.8 million – surpassing 2019 traffic.

Dubai Airshow exceeded all expectations when it came to Advanced Aerial Mobility. And, the Gulf region demonstrated a clear commitment to embracing the development of the sector from eVTOLs to vertiports.

With the Middle East expected to overtake China for MRO operations within the next decade, no wonder independent MRO provider Joramco is growing fast.

Saudia Academy and L3Harris have signed an agreement which will see the academy acquire two AIRSIDESIM ground handling simulators.

DC Aviation Group is marking its 25th anniversary, the 15th anniversary of its Malta operations and the 10th anniversary of Dubai-based DC Aviation Al-Futtaim (DCAF).

Ethiopian Airlines Group has selected AVANT Up inflight entertainment solution for its upcoming aircraft Airbus A350-1000.

Bayanat and Yahsat look to expand their Earth Observation (EO) space programme from five to seven synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites.

Flydubai plans for a purpose-built USD 190 million MRO facility in Dubai South by 2026.

Emirates has signed a series of contracts with Safran, worth over US$1.2 billion combined.

Paramount and its strategic partner AAL Group have completed the initial testing stage of the composite helicopter blades for Mi-type helicopters.

Etihad Airways has outlined its future growth plans at this week’s Dubai Airshow.

Future pilots in Saudi Arabia will benefit after Piper Aircraft confirmed that AeroGuard Flight Training has placed an order for 90 new Archer TX aircraft.

Airbus and Mubadala Investment Company have signed an agreement to provide internship opportunities for Emirati senior university students in engineering.

Massive orders for UAE carriers at the Dubai Airshow could present a challenge to some regulators – but not the GCAA, the nation’s regulator.

The C-390 Millennium is recognised as the airlifter for the 21st century. The multi-mission aircraft is now being delivered internationally with more potential customers coming soon.

The Egypt International Air Show, which is set for 2-5 September 2024 at El Alamein International Airport, is aimed at being a landmark event for the African and Middle East next year, explained Thomas Gaunt, CEO of organiser Arabian World Events.

EgyptAir Holdings chairman and CEO, Yehia Zakaria and Airbus chief commercial officer Christian Scherer seal the latest deal aimed at expanding the airline’s fleet.

Etihad Airways has celebrated its 20th anniversary with a illumination of the iconic Burj Khalifa in Dubai featuring a spectacular light and sound show.