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Middle East Airports Need to Invest US$151 Billion by 2040
2023-04-06 Read More...
After most of the multi-billion dollar airport construction projects were put on the back burner or temporarily curtailed over the past three years, operators and investors have been racing down the tarmac as the Middle East and

Dubai Airshow 2023 to Spotlight Global Aerospace Trends & Innovation
2023-04-04 Read More...
The world’s leading aerospace event, Dubai Airshow has grown immensely in significance and influence over the years, highlighted by the success of the November 2021 edition, which saw more than USD 74 billion worth of deals announced during the mega

NEOM Airlines to Launch by End-2024
2023-04-03 Read More...
NEOM Airlines, an airline dedicated to serve the mega NEOM project in the north west of Saudi Arabia, is expected to begin operations at the end of Q4 2024, its Chief Executive Officer

Emirates Flight Training Academy Expands Fleet with 3 DA42-VI Diamond Aircraft
2023-03-28 Read More...
Emirates Flight Training Academy (EFTA) is continuing to live up to its promise of offering cutting-edge tech and state-of-the-art aircraft to train pilots of the future and help close the industry’s skills

Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre Confirms Lunar Orbit Insertion by Rashid Rover
2023-03-24 Read More...
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) announced the successful lunar orbit insertion by Rashid Rover, the first Emirati rover to land on the surface of the moon. The rover is now just one step away from making

DFS Aviation Services to Supply ATC Systems to Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans)
2023-03-21 Read More...
Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) and Germany’s DFS Aviation Services (DAS) has inked a contract for the supply of Air Traffic Control systems that will enhance the capabilities and quality standards at the city’s

Saudi Experiments in Space to Serve Science & Humanity
2023-03-20 Read More...
The Saudi Space Commission (SSC) has revealed the tasks and scientific research that will be conducted during the journey of the Saudis, as part of the crew of the space mission at the International Space Station (ISS), in the second quarter of

Riyadh Air Announces First Fleet Order of 72 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners
2023-03-15 Read More...
Boeing and Riyadh Air announced that the new Saudi Arabian carrier has chosen the 787 Dreamliner to power its global launch and support its goal of operating one of the most efficient and sustainable fleets in the

SAUDIA to Grow Long-Haul Fleet with up to 49 Boeing 787 Dreamliners
2023-03-15 Read More...
Boeing and Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) announced the national flag-carrier will grow its long-haul fleet with the selection of up to 49 787 Dreamliners. SAUDIA is set to purchase 39 787s, with a further 10 options, utilizing the outstanding

Saudi Arabia Launches New National Carrier “Riyadh Air”
2023-03-13 Read More...
His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Prime Minister and Chairman of the Public Investment Fund (“PIF”), announced the establishment of “Riyadh Air,” a PIF wholly owned

First Fully Bahraini Satellite to be Named “Al Munther”
2023-03-13 Read More...
His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Bahrain’s National Security Advisor, Royal Guard Commander and Secretary General of the Supreme Defence Council, announced that the first fully Bahraini satellite will be named “Al

Saudi Space Commission CEO Meets Indian Space Research Organization Officials
2023-03-11 Read More...
During his last week’s visit to the Republic of India, the Saudi Space Commission CEO Dr. Mohammed bin Saud Al-Tamimi held Friday several bilateral meetings with government agencies, Indian companies, and leaders of the space sector to discuss ways

THC to Expand AW139 Helicopter Fleet to Boost Services in Saudi Arabia
2023-03-09 Read More...
THC (The Helicopter Company) will further expand its fleet of Leonardo AW139 intermediate twin engine helicopters to reinforce search and rescue (SAR), Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Corporate transport in the Kingdom of Saudi

Abu Dhabi Aviation Expands its AW139 Offshore Fleet with Six Additional Helicopters
2023-03-09 Read More...
Leonardo announced at Heli-Expo 2023 (Atlanta, 7-9 March) that Abu Dhabi Aviation (ADA) has signed a contract to procure six AW139 intermediate twin engine helicopters. The aircraft are expected to be delivered in the 2024-2026

Region’s First Global Space Conference SpaceOps 2023 Kicks Off in Dubai
2023-03-07 Read More...
The 17th edition of the International Conference on Space Operations (SpaceOps 2023), one of the world’s most prominent space events, began Monday at the Dubai World Trade

Jochen Klink Named New Chief Operating Officer of Diehl Aviation
2023-03-07 Read More...
Diehl Aviation has named Jochen Klink as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) and as a member of the Division Board. Klink will also serve simultaneously as CEO of the strategic business segment Cabin

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