Aviation

Turkish Airlines to Resume Istanbul–Dubai Flights From June 8 Ahead of Eid Travel Rush

News Editor 18/05/2026

Turkish Airlines has announced the resumption of its Istanbul–Dubai flight services starting June 8, restoring a major travel connection between Istanbul and Dubai ahead of the busy Eid Al Adha holiday season. The announcement was shared by Lutfullah Goktas through social media, where he

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Emirates expands free Starlink WiFi service across global routes

News Editor 15/05/2026

Photo Credit : Emirates Emirates has expanded its free Starlink-powered onboard WiFi service to more destinations across Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas as part of a major connectivity upgrade across its fleet. The Dubai-based carrier announced on Friday that 33 aircraft are now equipped with the satellite-based internet system as […]

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Sharjah Youth Council hosts session to strengthen aviation talent pipeline

News Editor 30/04/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Sharjah Youth Council, in collaboration with the Department of Civil Aviation’s Youth Council, has organised a youth-focused session aimed at empowering the next generation of aviation professionals and increasing their participation in the sector. The session, titled “Empowering Youth in the Aviation Sector,” was held at the Sharjah Space and […]

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Kuwait reopens airspace with phased return to operations

News Editor 24/04/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Kuwait International Airport has officially resumed airspace operations from Thursday evening, marking a gradual return to normal air traffic following recent disruptions. The announcement was made by Sheikh Humoud Mubarak Humoud Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Director of the Public Authority of Civil Aviation, who confirmed that the decision was taken in

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Kuwait Airways to Resume Dhaka Flights via Dammam from April 24

News Editor 17/04/2026

Photo Credit : AFP Kuwait Airways has confirmed it will restart commercial flights to Dhaka via Dammam International Airport in Saudi Arabia, with services scheduled to operate twice a week starting April 24. The move comes as the airline looks to strengthen regional connectivity and respond to growing passenger demand. Acting CEO Abdulwahab Al Shatti […]

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Abu Dhabi opens airport access to public in limited-time initiative

News Editor 17/04/2026

Photo Credit : Etihad Airways Zayed International Airport has launched a unique initiative allowing UAE residents and citizens to enter the airport without holding a flight ticket, offering a rare chance to experience its facilities from the inside. The programme, set to run for eight weeks, gives visitors access to areas typically restricted to departing […]

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Etihad Airways launches $399 in-cabin pet travel offer amid rising demand

News Editor 16/04/2026

Dubai: Etihad Airways has introduced a limited-time offer reducing the cost of its “Pets Onboard” service to $399 per flight segment, as demand for pet-friendly travel continues to grow. The offer is valid for bookings and travel completed by May 31. The airline said the move is aimed at making in-cabin pet travel more accessible, […]

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Dubai strengthens aviation ecosystem with new Lufthansa Technik facility at MBRAH

News Editor 25/03/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News The emirate’s aviation sector continues to expand with the inauguration of a new specialised facility at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH), developed in partnership with Lufthansa Technik Middle East. The newly launched painting and grinding centre, located at Dubai South, is designed to enhance component maintenance capabilities,

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Sharjah Airport issues travel advisory amid unstable weather conditions

News Editor 23/03/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News Sharjah, UAE — March 2026: Sharjah Airport has advised passengers to stay updated on their flight status as unstable weather conditions across the UAE may cause delays and schedule changes. The advisory comes as parts of the country experience rainfall, strong winds, and reduced visibility, which could impact airport operations […]

Aviation Transport

UAE announces temporary partial closure of airspace as precaution amid regional developments

News Editor 17/03/2026

Photo Creit : WAM The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced a temporary and partial closure of the country’s airspace as a precautionary measure in response to evolving regional security developments. According to the authority, the move was taken to ensure the safety of flights and air crews while safeguarding the country’s airspace […]

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UAE Fog Alert: One Flight Diverted at Dubai Airport, Sharjah Issues Travel Advisory

News Editor 23/02/2026

Early morning fog disrupted parts of the UAE on Monday, causing minor delays and one flight diversion at Dubai International Airport (DXB), while authorities in Sharjah International Airport urged passengers to check their flight status before heading to the airport. Limited Impact at Dubai International Airport A spokesperson for Dubai Airports confirmed that overall

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GCAA rolls out second phase of F.O.C.U.S. aviation platform

News Editor 19/01/2026

Image Credit : WAM The General Civil Aviation Authority has launched the second phase of its Flight Operations Centralised Unified System, known as F.O.C.U.S., introducing a live display and monitoring platform that strengthens coordination across the UAE’s aviation network. The new phase follows the earlier launch of the platform’s dedicated website and forms part of […]

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Airbus forecast positions Middle East as global widebody epicenter ahead of Dubai Air Show launch

Miguel Hadchity 17/11/2025

Photo Credit: x/@Airbus Dubai, UAE — November 2025 — Airbus has unveiled its Global Market Forecast 2025, spotlighting the Middle East as one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation regions for the next two decades. The data comes as the Dubai Air Show prepares to kick off, running until 21 November at the mega-hub of Dubai […]

Aviation Defence & Security

Sikorsky to modernise the US Army’s Black Hawk helicopters for $43 million

Arnold Pinto 31/08/2025

Involving airframe upgrades Lockheed Martin’s Sikorsky division has been awarded a $43 million contract by the US Army to begin work on a major modernisation programme for the Black Hawk helicopter, a key asset in global military operations, including across the Middle East and Africa. The initial phase of the contract focuses on airframe upgrades […]

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Dubai’s VTOL and drone expo to spotlight Middle East air mobility surge

Arnold Pinto 29/08/2025

From October 7-9, 2025 Dubai is set to host two major vertical aviation events from October 7-9, 2025, at Festival Arena, Dubai Festival City. VertiExpo Dubai and DroneTech Dubai will run concurrently, offering a platform for industry players to present technologies from drones to eVTOL aircraft. MEDIAC, organisers of the twin events, report that more […]

Aviation Defence & Security

Lockheed Martin to upgrade Poland’s F-16 fighter jets

Arnold Pinto 19/08/2025

As Nato expands defence capabilities Poland has signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance with the United States to modernise its fleet of 48 F-16 Block 52+ fighter jets to the F-16V configuration. The deal is part of Warsaw’s broader efforts to boost its military capabilities amid heightened security concerns in Europe following Russia’s unprovoked […]

Aviation Travel

Lufthansa resumes its Munich to Riyadh route

Arnold Pinto 14/08/2025

From October 25, 2025 Lufthansa will restart non-stop flights between Munich and Riyadh from October 26, 2025, marking a renewed push by the German carrier to expand its network in the Arabian Gulf region amid rising travel demand. The airline will operate the route three times a week, departing Munich at 21:45 and landing in […]

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Emirates bans use of power banks in-flight amid growing lithium battery safety fears

Arnold Pinto 10/08/2025

From October 1, 2025 Dubai-based Emirates airline has announced a new safety policy prohibiting the use of power banks during flights, with the measure set to take effect on October 1, 2025. The decision follows a global increase in incidents involving lithium batteries onboard aircraft. Passengers on Emirates flights will be allowed to carry one […]

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UAE moves closer to commercial eVTOL air taxis as Archer Aviation completes first Midnight test flight in Abu Dhabi

Arnold Pinto 07/08/2025

In peak summer conditions Archer Aviation has completed the first test flight of its electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, Midnight, at Al Bateen Executive Airport, marking a major step in the UAE’s plans to introduce commercial air taxi services. The flight, carried out under summer conditions in Abu Dhabi last month, is part […]

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Joby Aviation acquires Blade passenger business for $125 million

Arnold Pinto 06/08/2025

As Dubai readies for eVTOL flights Joby Aviation has signed a deal to acquire Blade Air Mobility’s passenger services arm in a move that positions the electric aircraft developer to accelerate commercial air taxi operations, including its first launch in Dubai in 2026. The agreement, announced on August 4, 2025, is valued at up to […]