The United Arab Emirates’ General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has launched a pioneering regulation that establishes national standards for certifying air navigation service providers for unmanned aircraft. This new framework, known as CAR Airspace Part Uspace, is the first of its kind in the region, aiming to ensure that organizations offering drone air navigation services...
The United Arab Emirates has introduced its first national regulation for unmanned air navigation companies, mandating that air navigation service providers for unmanned aircraft comply with these new standards. This regulation, known as CAR Airspace Part Uspace, was established by the country’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA). The new regulation outlines various operational standards and...
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise Ltd (DAE), owned by Dubai’s sovereign wealth fund, is contemplating the sale of its aircraft maintenance division. The company is reportedly working with Morgan Stanley to explore the potential sale of its 80% stake in Jordan-based aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul firm Joramco. DAE acquired this 80% stake in 2016 from the...
Abu Dhabi-based Sanad, a leader in aerospace engineering and leasing solutions owned by Mubadala, is set to expand into India, Southeast Asia, and Africa following a remarkable performance in 2024. The company reported revenues of Dh4.92 billion ($1.34 billion), marking a 40 percent increase from Dh3.4 billion ($925 million) in 2023, and surpassing the $1...
Bahrain International Airport (BIA) has been honored with the Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Award for Best Airport at Arrivals globally by Airports Council International (ACI). This recognition highlights BIA’s commitment to delivering an exceptional passenger experience and reinforces its status as a leading airport both regionally and internationally. The announcement was made by Bahrain Airport...
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the UAE, reported welcoming 1.6 million guests in February 2025. This achievement resulted in an impressive average passenger load factor of 89 percent. The airline noted that total passenger traffic for the first two months of the year reached 3.3 million, an increase from 2.9 million during the same...
Abu Dhabi’s Strategic Development Fund has announced a partnership with Regent to introduce flying ferries that will significantly reduce travel time between Abu Dhabi and Dubai to just 30 minutes. This innovative transportation solution aims to cut the current travel duration in half, enhancing mobility for residents and visitors alike. The joint venture, which amounts...
Emirates has announced the expansion of its Boeing 777 services, adding flights to Seoul, South Korea, starting April 14, and London Stansted in the UK from May 7. The airline will operate its retrofitted four-class Boeing 777 on flights EK324 and EK325 three times weekly, specifically on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Seoul is now the...
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) is preparing to invest approximately $100 million in the Malaysian airline group AirAsia. This investment is poised to enhance the Gulf kingdom’s connections with a region that serves as a significant source of tourism, as reported by sources familiar with the negotiations. The PIF is expected to be the...
Airfares in the UAE have seen a significant increase of 20% as the Eid Al Fitr holidays coincide with school spring breaks. This surge in airfares comes as travel experts note a marked rise in holiday bookings during this festive period, which is expected to peak on March 31 this year, while schools will begin...