Canadian manufacturer Bombardier held its Safety Standdown Europe with attendees from the Middle East just before EBACE in Geneva. Phil Nasskau was there.
By Ken Strickland The Cessna Citation Sovereign with its large stand-up cabin and advance avionics made it a popular draw when it graced the static park at the last Dubai Air Show and MEBA event. In the livery of Saudi Arabia's Wallan Aviation, the aircraft turns heads on the ramp. But what is it like to fly? Emirates Airline pilot KEN STRICKLAND took up the challenge to switch from a 777 for the day, and get a hands-on feel for the Cessna mid-size business jet.
Mike Cappuccitti is a man who is prepared to follow a dream when he believes it is real and after years running the Middle East operation for business jet manufacturer Bombardier he had the courage of his convictions to move on from the comforts of corporate life and instead 'put his money where is mouth is' and launch Project Phoenix, reports Alan Peaford.
In recent years, environmental issues have become a stick with which pressure groups beat the airline industry. In particular, green campaigners castigate carriers for their contribution to global warming, which they say will only worsen as aviation grows, Alan Dron reports.
Boeing announced today that the first flight of the 787 Dreamliner is now expected by the end of 2009 and first delivery is expected to occur in the fourth quarter of 2010.
IATA's latest traffic statistics show that the Middle East is the only region to have posted growth in July. Passenger demand increased by 13.2% and this even extended to freight with a 1% increase.
The Middle East was the only air transport region in the world to grow in July according to the latest figures announced by IATA today. The 13.2% growth in July was slightly better than the 12.9% recorded in June. The growth is fueled by increased capacity and greater market share in traffic between Europe and Asia.
CAE announced today that it has won contracts from prime contractor Airbus Military to provide A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) training devices to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF).
Etihad Crystal Cargo, is to launch a twice weekly service from its hub at Abu Dhabi airport to Baghdad, the capital of Iraq from next Tuesday. The service, which commences on September 1 2009, will operate every Tuesday and Thursday, with Etihad deploying one of its A300-600 freighters with a payload of 42 tonnes on the route. Baghdad is Etihad's first cargo-only destination in the Middle East region and this is the first time in its history that the airline has operated any services to Iraq. Des Vertannes, executive vice president cargo said: “We are very proud to launch Etihad's first services to Baghdad and assist in the country's reconstruction. “Trade and business ties between the UAE and Iraq continue to grow and we look forward to building a strong customer base in the country, which is widely considered one of the region's fastest growing markets.” With its fleet of two Airbus A300-600 aircraft and an MD11, Etihad Crystal Cargo has 14 cargo freighter destinations, including Frankfurt Haan, Mumbai, Lagos, Colombo and Milan.
Jazeera Airways has announced that it will be taking off to the UAE's capital from 25 October, 2009, with the launch of non-stop flights to Abu Dhabi from its Kuwait hub.
The first Embraer Lineage 1000 business jet to enter service clocked up more than 180h in its first month, including 110h from the launch customer Al-Faheem of Abu Dhabi.
Given the economic crisis that was truly showing its colours in May, this year's European Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition (EBACE) was an unknown quantity. Yet, undeniably, the Middle East stole the show and was again at the forefront of business aviation.
The Sultanate of Oman is the second largest country on the Arabian Peninsula. Rich in natural resources – petroleum, natural gas, copper, fishery and agriculture – it is also a cultural hub with breathtaking scenery, beautiful beaches and a traditional approach to tourism. Marcelle Nethersole reports.
Passengers at Abu Dhabi International Airport who give more than a cursory glance to the white-painted freighters of Maximus Air Cargo taxying past the terminal may notice the slogan Care By Air on their airframes, writes Alan Dron.
Airport International Group, the Jordanian company in charge of Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA), has announced an increase in of 14.14% in aircraft movements for July.
Saudi Arabia is close to signing an agreement to purchase 30 Mi-171B military transport helicopters from Russia, a source familiar with the talks was quoted as saying on Tuesday in a report by news agency AFP.
Private Flight Global has added two new features to its online system for inflight catering management. The company said that with its new intuitive search functionality and its enhanced management reporting tools, allows customers to streamline their catering operations and achieve even greater transparency across their entire catering-related spend.
Etihad's brand new Airbus A340-600 makes its maiden flight between Abu Dhabi and London Heathrow tomorrow with a new first class suite furnished by PF Emirates, the joint venture company of Mubadala and the Poltrona Frau Group.
Russian Helicopters has today unveiled the Sapsan – the first Russian FAR-27 turbine helicopter - the centrepiece of the joint venture's display at MAKS airshow.
Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) in Jordan has enjoyed its busiest month ever according to new figures released by its operator Airport International Group (AIG),
