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Boeing 737 MAX 7 Completes First Flight
2018-03-20 Read More...
Boeing’s new 737 MAX 7 successfully completed its first flight today. The airplane remains on schedule and now begins a comprehensive flight test program leading to certification and delivery in

Turkish Airlines Signs MoU for 25 A350 XWB Aircraft
2018-03-19 Read More...
Istanbul-based Turkish Airlines has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to acquire 25 A350-900 aircraft plus five options, underlining its strong confidence in the global market-dynamism and

Emirates Closes $600 Million Islamic Finance Issuance
2018-03-19 Read More...
Dubai-based international airline Emirates has announced the execution of a $600 million Sukuk (Islamic finance

GE Aviation Opens ‘On Wing Support’ Centre at Dubai South
2018-03-16 Read More...
GE Aviation has opened its ‘On Wing Support Centre’ in Dubai South’s Aviation District Aerospace Supply Chain Facility, marking the expansion of the company’s engine repair services in one of the world’s leading aviation hubs, Emirates News Agency

CEO of Saudi Aviation Club Named IATA VP, MENA
2018-03-16 Read More...
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has chosen the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as Vice President for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region in recognition of its role in spreading the culture of aviation locally, regionally and

Boeing, Turkish Airlines Finalize Deal for Up to 30 787 Dreamliners
2018-03-15 Read More...
Boeing and Turkish Turkish Airlines announced they have finalized a firm order for 25 787-9 Dreamliners with options for five more airplanes. The firm order will allow Turkey’s flag carrier to further meet the growing demand at its home airport,

Etihad Aviation Training Relaunched in Abu Dhabi
2018-03-13 Read More...
Etihad Aviation Training, part of Etihad Aviation Group, has relaunched its world-class aviation training organization with the aim of becoming one of the most comprehensive aviation training facilities in the

Raytheon, HENSOLDT to Develop Airport Surveillance Radar
2018-03-09 Read More...
HENSOLDT and Raytheon Company, two leading air traffic radar innovators, announced they are teaming to jointly develop and market new air traffic control radars. Together, the partners are aiming at opportunities such

Bell Jet Ranger X on Display in VIP Terminal at Dubai South
2018-03-08 Read More...
Bell is excited to announce that the Bell 505 Jet Ranger X is on display in the elite VIP Terminal at Dubai South Project, Dubai,

Gulfstream Launches Center Dedicated to AOG Resolution
2018-03-07 Read More...
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announced it has created a center dedicated to the resolution of aircraft-on-ground (AOG) issues, providing Gulfstream operators with an unprecedented level of integrated support and ensuring faster return to service of

More Women Taking to the Skies
2018-03-01 Read More...
Women have been flying since the beginning of the 20th century and flying commercially for over four decades. Today, women pilots fly for the airlines, fly in the military and in space, fly air races, command helicopter mercy flights, haul

Gulf Air Unveils Five-Year Strategy
2018-02-28 Read More...
Bahrain’s national carrier Gulf Air has rolled out its new corporate strategy for 2018 and beyond which includes major network expansion plans adding eight new routes into its regional network this year besides boosting its fleet strength and

Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Opens Abu Dhabi Air Expo 2018
2018-02-28 Read More...
Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, H.H. Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chief of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Court and a member of the Executive Council of Abu Dhabi

flydubai Reports $1.49 Billion Revenue for 2017
2018-02-23 Read More...
flydubai’s total revenue for the year 2017 hit Dh5.5 billion ($1.49 billion), jumping 9.2% compared to the same period in 2015, with profits reaching Dh37.3 million ($10.1

Gulfstream to Display G500 & G650ER at Abu Dhabi Air Expo
2018-02-23 Read More...
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. will showcase two of its award-winning, large-cabin aircraft at the Abu Dhabi Air Expo from 26-28 February 2018. The static display will include the all-new Gulfstream G500 and company flagship Gulfstream

Airbus Delivers World’s First A350-1000 to Qatar Airways
2018-02-22 Read More...
Airbus has delivered the world’s first A350-1000 widebody airliner to launch customer Qatar Airways at a delivery event in Toulouse,

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