Aviation Business UAE

Do you know how the aviation sector is powering the UAE’s economic growth?

Arnold Pinto 17/04/2025 0

Contributing 18.2% to the nation’s GDP The aviation sector is a cornerstone of the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) thriving economy. It underpins a range of vital industries and catalyses development, trade, and tourism. With Dubai and Abu Dhabi serving as global aviation hubs, the UAE

Aviation Logistics

IATA launches Face Ambassadors Programme

Arnold Pinto 15/04/2025 0

To inspire new air cargo leaders The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched its Face Ambassadors Programme, a key extension of its Future Air Cargo Executives ( Face) initiative. This new global outreach effort highlights the industry’s dynamic opportunities to attract and inspire the next generation of air cargo professionals. As part of its

Aviation Defence & Security

Lockheed Martin and RNLAF achieve live data share between F-35 and C2 System

Arnold Pinto 15/04/2025 0

During Ramstein Flag exercise In a significant milestone for international defence collaboration, Lockheed Martin Skunk Works and the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) have demonstrated the first-ever live sharing of classified data outside the United States. This was achieved between an F-35 fighter jet in flight and a Dutch Command and Control (C2) system known […]

Aviation Events

SkyDrive conducts public flight of SkyDrive SD-05 at Expo 2025 site

Arnold Pinto 13/04/2025 0

During Media Day SkyDrive, a Japanese eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) aircraft developer, conducted a public flight of its SkyDrive SD-05 model at the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai site on April 9, 2025. The event occurred during the Media Day held at the Expo’s dedicated Expo Vertiport, showcasing Japan’s leadership in next-generation air mobility. […]

Aviation Saudi Arabia

IATA Aviation Day MENA 2025 to land in Jeddah

Arnold Pinto 11/04/2025 0

To spotlight the future of aviation The IATA Aviation Day Middle East and North Africa (MENA) will be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from May 6 to 7, 2025. The key regional event will bring aviation leaders, regulators, and industry experts together to address the industry’s most pressing challenges and emerging opportunities. The conference will […]

Aviation Business

Holland’s PAL-V achieves crucial European aviation certification

Arnold Pinto 07/04/2025 0

With approval from EASA PAL-V, the pioneering Dutch company behind the world’s first FlyDrive vehicle, has achieved a crucial milestone in its journey toward certification as the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued the company with a No Technical Objection (NTO) for its innovative Liberty vehicle. This groundbreaking approval marks a major step […]

Aviation Travel

ICAO unveils new noise standards for commercial supersonic travel

Arnold Pinto 05/04/2025 0

After Boom’s XB-1 breaks sound barrier In a landmark development for aviation, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has introduced new noise standards for supersonic aircraft, significantly advancing the prospects of commercial supersonic travel. The decision follows the successful test flights of Boom Supersonic’s XB-1 supersonic demonstrator

Aviation Sustainability

IATA launches Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Registry in net-zero quest

Arnold Pinto 05/04/2025 0

To boost aviation’s decarbonisation goals The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Registry, marking a major milestone in the aviation industry’s transition to net-zero emissions by 2050. The Registry, managed by the Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization (CADO), aims to foster a global market for

Aviation Defence & Security

Lockheed Martin delivers final 2 F-35A fighter jets to Norway

Arnold Pinto 02/04/2025 0

Nordic nation had ordered 52 in all Lockheed Martin has delivered the 51st and 52nd F-35A fighter jets to the Royal Norwegian Air Force, making Norway the first F-35 partner nation to fulfil its entire order of 52 aircraft. This milestone marks a significant achievement in Norway’s defence capabilities and its longstanding partnership with Lockheed […]

Aviation Tech

EHang eVTOL operators secure Air Operator Certificates for urban air mobility in China

Arnold Pinto 01/04/2025 0

Set to expand China operations EHang, a global leader in Urban Air Mobility (UAM) technology, has achieved a key milestone in aviation history. The company has announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Guangdong EHang General Aviation (EHang General Aviation), and its Hefei-based joint venture, Hefei HeYi Aviation (HeYi Aviation), have been granted the first-ever Air

Aviation Travel

2025 summer timetable takes off at Munich Airport from March 30

News Desk 30/03/2025 0

214,000+ flights to 216 destinations Munich Airport has launched its summer timetable for 2025, effective March 30, marking the start of a busy season for the Bavarian hub. This timetable will run until October 26, 2025, when 73 airlines operate more than 214,000 flights, connecting passengers to 216 destinations across 68 countries. The 2025 summer […]

Aviation Tech

Airbus presents hydrogen aircraft technologies

Arnold Pinto 27/03/2025 0

At 2025 Airbus Summit At the 2025 Airbus Summit, the aerospace giant provided a major update on its efforts to revolutionise commercial aviation, focusing on hydrogen-powered aircraft technologies. Airbus outlined its plans to introduce a next-generation single-aisle aircraft, potentially entering service in the second half of the 2030s, and unveiled its revised roadmap

Aviation Defence & Security

US deploys Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group to the Middle East

Arnold Pinto 26/03/2025 0

To strike Houthi targets in Yemen The Pentagon is sending the USS Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group (VINCSG) to the Middle East, following a resurgence in fighting between American forces and Houthi militants in Yemen. This marks the end of a two-month lull in hostilities. The VINCSG recently concluded its deployment in East Asia, under […]

Aviation Defence & Security

US Air Force to get Next Generation Air Dominance fighter jet

Arnold Pinto 26/03/2025 0

Designated as the F-47 US President Donald J. Trump has announced that the United States Air Force (USAF) will proceed with producing its Next-Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) fighter jet platform. This major step forward marks a significant milestone in the country’s military development, paving the way for the eventual replacement of the USAF’s fleet of […]

Aviation Logistics UAE

IATA reveals key themes for the 2025 World Cargo Symposium

Arnold Pinto 23/03/2025 0

Being held in Dubai this April The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled the key themes for the 2025 World Cargo Symposium (WCS), which will focus on digitalisation, sustainability, and safety/security. These critical issues are poised to shape the future of the global air cargo industry as it navigates a range of rapidly evolving […]

Aviation

UK National Police Air Service orders 7 Airbus H135 helicopters

Arnold Pinto 22/03/2025 0

First delivery set for 2027 Airbus Helicopters has secured a contract with the UK’s National Police Air Service (NPAS) to supply seven H135 helicopters as part of the first phase of its fleet renewal programme. The firm order marks the first delivery under a framework contract signed with the BlueLight Commercial procurement agency. This agreement […]

Aviation Business

Thales opens new avionics MRO facility in Gurugram for Indian airlines

Arnold Pinto 22/03/2025 0

To support India’s aviation growth Thales has opened its new avionics Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Gurugram, a bustling city near New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport. This initiative aligns with India’s ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ or ‘Self-Reliant India’ vision, showcasing Thales’s investment in India’s growing

Aviation Travel

Toronto Pearson claims ‘Best Airport’ award for the second consecutive year

News Desk 20/03/2025 0

Based on feedback from passengers Toronto Pearson International Airport has been recognised as the Best Airport by over 40 Million Passengers in North America’ by the Airports Council International (ACI) World. This marks the airport’s second consecutive win and the seventh time it has claimed this prestigious title in eight years. The honour is part […]

Aviation

Which US police force has ordered 4 Airbus helicopters?

Arnold Pinto 20/03/2025 0

Including H160 and H145 models The New York State Police has ordered an Airbus H160 helicopter and three H145 models, making it the first law enforcement agency in the United States to integrate the H160 into its fleet. This marks a significant upgrade for the agency, which had previously ordered two H145 helicopters in 2024 […]

Aviation

Airline to launch A380 flights on Abu Dhabi-Toronto route

News Desk 19/03/2025 0

From June 24, 2025 Etihad Airways has unveiled plans to introduce an Airbus A380 on the Abu Dhabi-Toronto route starting June 24, 2025. The move is expected to cater to leisure and business travellers, providing additional capacity for a growing market. The airline will operate its A380 between Zayed Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and […]