Royal Jet has intensified efforts at optimising opportunities in the fast-growing Indian private jet sector by showcasing its award-winning products and services at the Indian Business Aviation Expo (IBAE) which takes place from today (Feb 21) until Wednesday, at the Shangri-La Hotel in New Delhi.
The Eurofighter Typhoon is continuing to have its credentials placed in the forefront of the region's defence procurement staff through its extensive participation at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) which opened at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) this morning.
Saudi Arabian Airlines has teamed with Boeing and Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries (SAEI) to modernize the flag carrier's 777 fleet to enhance the passenger experience and environment. The project involves modifying the interiors of 22 of Saudi Arabian Airlines' 23 Boeing 777-200ERs (extended range).
IDEX opened its doors to VIP guests and exhibitors this morning among questions over future defence support to the region from Western nations –particularly the USA - hit the headlines as political unrest continues in Bahrain.
Senior French defence officials said the UAE-French relations are poised for further improvement based on France's commitment to a permanent partnership with the UAE as well as on the wider participation of French defence companies in the forthcoming IDEX show which starts on Sunday.
Eurocopter's commitment to meeting the operational requirements of governments and armed forces and civil operators in the Arab world with its broad helicopter product line will be highlighted at next week's International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX)in Abu Dhabi (EADS exhibit stand, Booth B10, Hall 8).
American MRO provider Aviation Technical Services (ATS) has been awarded the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) certification.
Business aircraft manufacturer Hawker Beechcraft has reported net sales for the twelve months ended Dec. 31, 2010 of $2,804.7 million, a decrease of $393.8 million compared to the same period of 2009.
Business aircraft owners who have been mulling over decisions to appoint a completions centre may have just missed the boat with the leading American centre at Gore Design Completions. (GDC)
Riyadh-based Alpha Star has signed a letter of intent with Sikorsky Aerospace Services to begin discussions to form a joint venture dedicated to providing comprehensive military and commercial aviation support and maintenance services in Saudi Arabia.
The Emirates Institution for Advanced Science and Technology (EIAST) has signed a contract with the Moscow-based Kosmotras (ISCK) for the launch of DubaiSat-2, the United Arab Emirates' second remote-sensing satellite.
Boeing is the latest of companies to reveal what it will be doing when it showcases a diverse portfolio of products at the IDEX show next week - including a chance to feel what it is like to fly the F-18 Super Hornet
A lecture on "Airlines challenges in the Middle East : Positioning for future growth", will be hosted by the Royal Aeronautical Society - UAE (RAeS) at the Emirates Aviation College (opposite Dubai Tennis Stadium) next Tuesday (Feb 22) at 17:30.
Panasonic Avionics Corporation today announced the first test flight of its eXTV service which could open the way to live TV broadcasts to business aircraft such as the Boeing Business Jet (BBJ).
The world's largest FBO provider and distribution network for business aviation services, Signature Flight Support has selected Bahrain as the location for its first office in the region.
Qatar Airways today announced its European expansion is continuing with the Italian city of Venice set to join the airline's growing network, effective June 15
Khartoum is to get a new airport. Sudan's Airport Administration Bureau has signed a $1.2 billion contract with China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) to build the capital's new international airport
The first eight IRAN-140 turboprop aircraft are ready to enter service on Saturday as a ban on the ageing Tupelev Tu-154 comes into effect across the country.
Global cargo carrier UPS is to expand its Boeing's Airplane Health Management (AHM) coverage to include its MD-11 Freighter fleet, in addition to the 747-400 Freighter fleet, which already utilizes AHM.
The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced that air traffic movements in the UAE grew at a rate of 10.3% in January 2011 compared to the same month last year. The GCAA monthly report indicated that total air traffic movements in January 2011 were 57,227 with an average of 1846 air traffic movements per day.
RAK Airways, a national carrier of the UAE's Ras Al Khaimah, has announced the start of its winter seat sale, which will offer customers special fares to Calicut, Cairo, Dhaka and Chittagong.
