The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially signed the amended Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) with the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This significant agreement was finalized during the ICAO Global Implementation Support Symposium (GISS) 2025, which took place in Abu Dhabi. The signing ceremony featured a high-level meeting with H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri,...
US-based Lift Aircraft is set to introduce its HEXA electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in the UAE, aiming to make flying accessible to everyone. The HEXA is currently showcased at the UAE pavilion during GISS this week. Subject to regulatory approvals, the company hopes to conduct HEXA’s inaugural flight in the UAE on...
GE Aerospace has announced plans to invest an additional $10 million in the Middle East, aimed at strengthening the region’s manufacturing capabilities and meeting rising demand for engine services. The new investment is part of the company’s global $1 billion commitment to maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations, unveiled in 2024. The funds will be...
Emirates is taking a big step forward in fleet management by partnering with Airbus to implement advanced digital solutions for its Airbus A380 and A350 aircraft. The airline announced the adoption of the Skywise Fleet Performance+ (S.FP+) platform and Core X3 analytics system, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and safety. The agreement was signed by...
Etihad Airways has announced an upgrade to its Abu Dhabi-Atlanta route, moving to daily flights starting November 1. The decision comes in response to strong passenger demand since the route was first introduced. According to Khaleej Times, the airline will operate the service using its advanced Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, which features 44 business class seats...
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of flydubai, recently toured the airline’s new Flight Training Centre ahead of its official opening in the coming weeks. The state-of-the-art facility, located at the flydubai Campus, features cutting-edge technology, including Boeing 737 Full-Flight Simulators and advanced training rooms. The 38,000-square-foot centre is designed to provide...
Emirates has unveiled its biggest lounge outside of Dubai at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport, following a $5 million refurbishment. Located in the Satellite 1 Terminal (SAT-1), the lounge now spans 1,454 square meters, offering space for up to 250 passengers. Designed to cater to premium travelers, the lounge serves First and Business Class passengers as well...
flydubai has announced a new partnership with Ultramain Systems, a company specializing in electronic technical logbook software. This move is part of the airline’s efforts to embrace innovative technology and enhance its operational efficiency. The ULTRAMAIN ELB, a digital solution provided by Ultramain Systems, will replace the traditional paper logbook system. This will allow flydubai’s...