Emirates airline has announced plans to expand its flight schedule in anticipation of the busy travel period during Eid Al Fitr. The airline will be adding an extra 17 flights to various destinations in the Middle East and GCC starting from March 26. This increase in flights is designed to accommodate the growing number of...
Dubai Airports, the operator of the world’s leading international airport, has been awarded the 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for its commitment to employee engagement. This prestigious award recognizes organizations that cultivate highly engaged workplace cultures globally. In an evolving work environment, Dubai Airports has continuously explored innovative methods to engage and develop its...
Emirates has partnered with Parsys Telemedicine to launch a groundbreaking inflight telemedicine station designed to enhance medical care for passengers during flights. This pioneering equipment will allow passengers to receive high-quality medical consultations while traveling, significantly improving the inflight healthcare experience. The new telemedicine station will feature advanced technology that connects passengers with medical professionals...
Saudi Arabia’s aviation sector soared to new heights in 2024, with passenger numbers reaching an all-time high of 128 million, according to the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA). This marks a 15 percent rise from 2023 and a 25 percent jump compared to pre-pandemic levels. Of these travelers, 59 million were on domestic flights,...
The eighth Water Rocket Competition, put on by Emirates Aviation University (EAU) and Boeing, was a chance for school students in the UAE to show off their engineering skills. The goal of this yearly event is to urge students to use their hands to solve problems, support STEM education, and encourage innovation. In the race,...
Abu Dhabi is making significant strides in air transport innovation with plans to construct vertiports at three key locations: Yas Island, Khalifa Port, and Al Bateen. This announcement follows the successful vertical take-off and landing conducted at the Yas Marina Circuit last summer, marking a pivotal moment for the UAE’s pioneering efforts in flying taxi...
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...
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...
Dubai International Airport (DXB) welcomed a record-breaking 92.3 million passengers in 2024, marking an annual growth of nearly 6 per cent. The numbers surpassed DXB’s pre-pandemic peak of 89.1 million passengers in 2018 and exceeded the airport’s earlier forecast of 91.9 million travelers for the year. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of...