Airbus is reinforcing its commitment to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) through a strategic plan that focuses on enhancing partnerships and boosting local industrial capabilities. Jean-Brice Dumont, head of air power at Airbus Defence and Space, emphasized the company’s dedication to supporting the UAE’s vision of becoming a global hub for future industries. This effort...
Industry analyst Richard Aboulafia has raised concerns regarding the timeline for the introduction of electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing vehicles (eVTOLs) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). According to Aviation Week, in a commentary published in September 2024, he questioned, “When will an eVTOL, or anything AAM [advanced air mobility], actually enter service? Great question! The answer always...
Hamdi Osman, a long-time Dubai resident and former Senior Vice President of FedEx, has transitioned from a successful career at the express transportation giant to founding SolitAir, the UAE’s first cargo-only airline. After 34 years at FedEx, where he managed 51,000 employees and oversaw operations across 132 countries, Osman launched SolitAir two years ago to...
Skyports Infrastructure has introduced its proposed designs for a network of vertiports in Abu Dhabi. This initiative aims to facilitate the upcoming launch of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxis and drone operations within the United Arab Emirates. The planned vertiport network is part of a broader strategy to enhance urban air mobility...
Air Arabia has announced a record profit of AED 1.6 billion for the full year ending December 31, 2024. This significant financial achievement reflects the airline’s strong operational performance and growing demand for air travel. The Sharjah-based airline’s results indicate a robust recovery in the aviation sector, highlighting the effectiveness of its strategies amid a...
Dubai South has officially inaugurated a new aircraft painting facility operated by Satys, a French group specializing in aircraft painting, sealing, and manufacturing interiors. The ceremony took place at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) in Dubai and was attended by key officials, including HE Khalifa Al Zaffin, Executive Chairman of Dubai Aviation City...
Emirates Airlines is set to enhance its connectivity between Dubai and Rome by resuming a third daily flight beginning in June 2025. This addition aims to strengthen tourism and business links between the UAE and Italy, responding to rising demand for travel along this route. The new flight will operate under the flight numbers EK099/100,...
Volar Air Mobility is set to begin the production of electric aircraft in Abu Dhabi, aligning with the United Arab Emirates’ commitment to green transportation initiatives. The company will manufacture the RX4E, a four-seater electric aircraft designed for various applications including eco-tourism, pilot training, medical evacuations, border control, and surveillance. The RX4E is part of...
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...