Joby Aviation is making strides towards launching commercial air taxi services in Dubai, according to Bonny Simi, the company’s President of Operations. With her background as an Olympian and a Master’s degree in Management Science and Engineering from Stanford University, Simi is at the forefront of developing electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) technology aimed...
Emirates President Tim Clark announced that the airline is investing nearly $5 billion to retrofit existing aircraft, including the Airbus SE A380 and Boeing Co.’s 777 models. This significant expenditure aims to address delays in the delivery of new aircraft from Boeing, particularly the 777X model, which is still awaiting final certification. During a meeting...
Gama Aviation is set to showcase its commitment to providing top-tier business aviation services with the launch of its new Fixed Base Operation (FBO) facility at Sharjah International Airport. This event will be highlighted during the inaugural Business Aviation Asia Forum & Expo (BAAFEx) 2025, which is scheduled to take place at the Changi Exhibition...
Falcon, a Dubai-based aviation company, is set to invest $100 million to enhance its aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility located in the Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub, a free zone in Dubai South. This significant investment will be rolled out over the next five years and includes plans to build a new private jet...
Akasa Air has officially launched daily direct flights between Bengaluru and Ahmedabad to Abu Dhabi in partnership with Etihad Airways. The inaugural flight from Bengaluru took off on March 1, 2025, while the first flight from Ahmedabad is scheduled for March 2, 2025. This new service expands Akasa Air’s offerings to 21 weekly flights connecting...
Travellers at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah can now enjoy a faster and more efficient journey with the launch of 70 advanced e-gates. This initiative is part of Saudi Arabia’s efforts to modernize its aviation sector and improve the overall travel experience for up to 175,000 passengers daily The system was inaugurated by Prince...
flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, received recognition in two categories at the annual Aviation Achievement Awards held recently. The carrier earned the title of “Airline of the Year,” a testament to its commitment to excellence in service and operational performance. In addition to being named Airline of the Year, flydubai was also acknowledged for its innovation...
Flynas, the prominent low-cost airline in the Middle East, has successfully finalized a Murabaha financing agreement with Bank AlJazirah valued at SAR 495 million (approximately $132 million). This financing will support the acquisition of three advanced Airbus A320neo aircraft, a move aimed at boosting the airline’s operational capacity and enhancing competitiveness within the Saudi aviation...
Etihad Airways, the airline of the United Arab Emirates, has said it wants to grow its strategic relationship with Air Europa, one of the biggest airlines in Spain. The goal of this partnership is to improve business and operational ties so that passengers have more options, better services, and better value. Starting in the summer...
Etihad Airways has announced the introduction of Airbus A380 aircraft on the Abu Dhabi–Toronto route, starting from 24 June 2025. This strategic initiative is designed to cater to the growing demand for travel between the two cities, thereby enhancing the overall passenger flying experience. The deployment of the A380 will provide a range of premium...