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Air Arabia to Launch New Sharjah-Amman City Airport Flights from November 15

News Editor 08/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Air Arabia has announced the launch of a new non-stop service connecting Sharjah International Airport with Amman City Airport (ADJ), with flights scheduled to begin on 15 November 2026. The new route will operate four times a week and will make Amman City Airport the second

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Dubai-Bound SpiceJet Passengers Protest After Flights Delayed for More Than 24 Hours

News Editor 15/09/2026

Around 200 passengers travelling from Delhi to Dubai staged protests at Indira Gandhi International Airport after two SpiceJet flights faced repeated delays stretching beyond 24 hours. The disruption affected SpiceJet flights SG 5111 and SG 5105, both operating on the Delhi-Dubai route. Flight SG 5111 was originally scheduled to depart Delhi at 7:45am on Monday. […]

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Etihad Airways to Launch Flights to Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Coast from October 4

News Editor 09/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Etihad Airways has announced the launch of direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast from 4 October 2026, expanding its network in the Kingdom with a new year-round leisure destination. The flights will operate to Red Sea International Airport in Tabuk Province, placing the emerging tourism destination […]

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Air Arabia Expands Germany Network with New Daily Düsseldorf Route

News Editor 27/08/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Air Arabia has announced the launch of daily non-stop flights between Sharjah and Düsseldorf, further expanding its network in Germany and strengthening air connectivity between the UAE and Europe. The new service will begin on 16 December 2026, making Düsseldorf the airline’s third German destination from Sharjah after Munich and Frankfurt. […]

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Air Arabia to Launch Five Weekly Flights from Sharjah to Poland’s Gdansk

News Editor 25/08/2026

Photo Credit : Air Arabia Air Arabia is expanding its European network with the launch of a new direct route connecting Sharjah International Airport with Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport in Poland. The non-stop service will begin on December 14, 2026, with five weekly flights, providing passengers with a new travel option between the UAE and […]

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Emirates SkyCargo transports UAE’s Altair-1 satellite to US ahead of launch

News Editor 13/08/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Emirates SkyCargo has transported Altair-1, the UAE’s first commercial AI-enabled Earth observation satellite, from Dubai to the United States ahead of its scheduled launch in October 2026. The satellite was carried aboard an Emirates SkyCargo Boeing 777 freighter from Al Maktoum International Airport at Dubai World Central to Los Angeles International

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UAE airline power bank rules: What passengers need to know before flying

News Editor 28/07/2026

Passengers travelling with Emirates, Etihad Airways, flydubai or Air Arabia are being urged to check their power bank before heading to the airport, as UAE airlines enforce strict restrictions on carrying and using portable chargers onboard. The safety risk was highlighted again on July 24, when a power bank reportedly caught fire inside a passenger’s […]

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UAE National Aircraft Registry crosses 1,000 aircraft milestone for first time

News Editor 22/07/2026

The UAE’s aviation sector has reached a major milestone after the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced that the UAE National Aircraft Registry has officially exceeded 1,000 registered aircraft for the first time. According to the GCAA, aircraft number 1001 has now been added to the national registry, underscoring the continued expansion of the

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Etihad cancels Bahrain flights after Abu Dhabi service returns amid regional disruptions

News Editor 16/07/2026

Photo Credit : Etihad Airways Etihad Airways cancelled two scheduled flights between Abu Dhabi and Bahrain on Thursday after one of its early morning services was forced to return to Abu Dhabi due to operational disruptions affecting Bahrain International Airport. Flight EY647, which departed Zayed International Airport for Bahrain International Airport on July 16, turned

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Dubai Airports wraps DXB air traffic control tower in UAE flag design

News Editor 24/06/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Dubai Airports has unveiled a striking new design for its Air Traffic Control (ATC) tower at Dubai International Airport, turning one of the airport’s most iconic structures into a bold symbol of national identity. The redesigned tower now prominently features the colours of the UAE flag, creating a visual statement for […]

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Emirates urges Dubai passengers to arrive early as summer rush builds

News Editor 24/06/2026

Emirates has issued a summer travel advisory for passengers flying from Dubai International Airport, urging travellers to arrive at least three hours before departure as seasonal passenger traffic surges. The airline warned that security and immigration procedures may take longer than usual during peak travel periods, especially as schools break for summer and thousands of

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Emirates rolls out free Dubai hotel stays for summer travellers

News Editor 22/06/2026

Dubai’s flagship carrier Emirates has unveiled a new summer promotion offering passengers complimentary hotel stays in Dubai, alongside access to hundreds of discounts across the city, as it looks to boost travel demand during the holiday season. Under the limited-time offer, travellers booking return tickets between June 22 and July 12 can enjoy a free […]

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Emirates Unveils Industry-First Comprehensive Travel Insurance Cover

News Editor 17/06/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Dubai-based airline Emirates has introduced what it describes as the world’s most comprehensive travel insurance product, becoming the first airline to offer an enhanced travel cover package that combines extensive insurance protection with direct airline support during major travel disruptions. The new Comprehensive Travel Cover has been developed in

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Dubai’s Al Maktoum Airport Expansion on Course for 2032 Launch

News Editor 15/06/2026

Photo Credit : AFP Dubai’s ambitious expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport is progressing on schedule, with the first phase of the mega project set to become operational in 2032, according to Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The […]

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Etihad to Offer Free Medical Travel Insurance for Abu Dhabi Visitors

News Editor 12/06/2026

Etihad Airways will provide complimentary medical travel insurance to eligible international passengers flying to Abu Dhabi from July through December 2026, enhancing the travel experience for visitors to the UAE capital. The new initiative, launched in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), will automatically include medical

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Riyadh Air Opens Dubai Route Bookings Ahead of Daily Flights Launch on June 18

News Editor 08/06/2026

Photo Credit : Riyadh Air Riyadh Air has opened bookings for its new daily service between Dubai and Riyadh, offering travellers in the UAE a direct connection to the Saudi capital starting June 18, 2026. The airline will operate the route between Dubai International Airport and Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport using its Boeing 787-9 […]

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Etihad Airways and TAROM Sign Codeshare Deal to Expand Eastern Europe Connectivity

News Editor 08/06/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Etihad Airways has strengthened its presence in Eastern Europe by signing a new codeshare agreement with Romania’s national carrier, TAROM, creating expanded travel options between Abu Dhabi, Romania, and several key destinations across the region. The agreement was signed during the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting

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Qatar Airways Expands Dubai Services to Five Daily Flights for Summer Travel Season

News Editor 05/06/2026

Photo Credit : Qatar Airways Qatar Airways has announced a significant increase in flights between Doha and Dubai, expanding its schedule to five daily services as demand for summer travel across the Gulf continues to rise. The Doha-based carrier said the enhanced schedule will be introduced in phases, beginning with a third daily flight from […]

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Kuwait Airways Resumes Terminal 4 Operations Following Safety Inspections

News Editor 03/06/2026

Photo Credit : wikipedia Kuwait Airways has resumed all flight operations through Terminal 4 (T4) at Kuwait International Airport after authorities completed comprehensive safety assessments and confirmed the facility is fully operational. The General Civil Aviation Authority (DGCA) announced on Wednesday that the decision followed extensive field inspections and technical

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Saudia becomes first MEA airline to receive Airbus A321XLR

News Editor 25/05/2026

Photo Credit : Airbus Saudia has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR, becoming the first airline in the Middle East and Africa to operate the new extra long-range narrow-body aircraft. The delivery marks a significant step in the airline’s fleet expansion strategy as it aims to strengthen international connectivity with more fuel-efficient aircraft capable […]