Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo division of Emirates Airline, has announced the launch of a dedicated weekly freighter service to Narita International Airport in Japan. This new service is part of the airline’s strategy to enhance its global logistics network and meet the growing demand for air freight. The introduction of this freighter service signifies Emirates...
The General Civil Aviation Authority of the United Arab Emirates has announced the resumption of flights between the UAE and the Syrian Arab Republic. This significant development comes as both countries work to enhance air traffic and support passenger and cargo movement. According to the press release from the General Civil Aviation Authority, coordination is...
dnata, a provider of air travel and ground services, has announced that it is currently working on three major infrastructure projects costing $110 million. This initiative is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to enhance its operations and support the growing needs of the aviation sector. The projects aim to improve facilities and services as...
flynas has announced the launch of a new direct flight route connecting Riyadh and Abu Dhabi, enhancing travel options between the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. This new service operates three times a week and strengthens the airline’s regional network, which now includes direct flights linking Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and Madinah to all four...
Etihad Airways, the flagship carrier of the UAE, announced on Friday that it carried 5 million passengers in the first quarter of 2025. This performance highlights its status as one of the fastest-growing airlines globally, with 1.6 million passengers welcomed in March alone, representing a 14 percent increase compared to the same month last year,...
Dubai-based carrier flydubai has entered into an agreement with Boeing to retrofit 21 of its 737 MAX aircraft. This upgrade will involve the installation of larger Space Bins, which are designed to increase overhead storage capacity. According to WAM, the agreement was announced during the Aircraft Interiors Expo held in Hamburg. The retrofitting process aims...
The 8th edition of the Airport Security Middle East conference is scheduled to take place from May 6 to 8, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). This event will address the current challenges, emerging threats, and future requirements of airport security. It will be held as a co-located conference during the 24th edition...
SolitAir, a middle-mile air cargo operator based in Dubai World Central, has officially obtained its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) from the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) of the UAE. This certification was part of a rigorous process governed by UAE Civil Aviation Regulations (CAR) Part V, Chapter 4, which required SolitAir to demonstrate high standards...
Archer Aviation has set its sights on establishing an air taxi network in Abu Dhabi, focusing on key areas such as the Corniche, Saadiyat Island, and parts of western Abu Dhabi. The company believes these locations are among the most promising for operating its futuristic flying vehicles. Details regarding the specific routes for these air...
Emirates Airline has reached a notable milestone by transporting over 90 million passengers between Dubai and India since its launch in 1985. This achievement was highlighted during the recent visit of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE, to India. His visit,...