Aviation

IATA Criticises Increase In German Aviation Taxes

Arnold Pinto 03/05/2024 0

Warns Of Economic And Environmental Consequences In a stern rebuke to the German government, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has criticised the recent surge in aviation taxes, cautioning against its detrimental impact on the German economy and environmental sustainability

Aviation Defence & Security

UK Military Orders 6 Airbus H145 Helicopters

Arnold Pinto 25/04/2024 0

To Be Deployed In Cyprus And Brunei The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has ordered six Airbus H145 helicopters. The procurement, aimed at modernising the rotary fleet and streamlining operations, underscores the UK government’s commitment to optimising resources and enhancing capabilities across various operational domains, ensuring the nation’s security remains

Aviation

Newark Terminal A Is Best New Airport Terminal In The World

Middle East News 247 22/04/2024 0

Terminal Opened In January 2023 Newark Liberty International Airport’s Terminal A, a beacon of excellence in the global airport industry, was honoured with the prestigious title of ‘World’s Best New Airport Terminal’ at the 2024 Skytrax World Airport Awards. The global recognition, announced during the Passenger Terminal Expo & Conference 2024

Aviation Travel

Emirates Chief Issues Open Letter To The Airline’s Customers

Arnold Pinto 21/04/2024 0

Following Air Travel Disruption At DXB The unprecedented rainstorm that swept through Dubai on April 16, 2024, posed significant challenges for Emirates Airline, whose central hub is at Terminal 3 of Dubai International Airport (DXB). The airline’s flight schedules at DXB were disrupted on April 16 as adverse weather conditions led to delays and cancellations. […]

Aviation Travel

Air India To Deploy New A350 On Delhi-Dubai Route

Arnold Pinto 20/04/2024 0

Daily Flights From May 1, 2024 Air India will introduce its state-of-the-art Airbus A350-900 passenger aircraft on the bustling Delhi-Dubai route this summer. This move positions Air India as the exclusive carrier offering the A350 service between India and Dubai. Commencing May 1, 2024, passengers travelling between the short-haul Delhi and Dubai international route will

Aviation Entertainment Travel

Air India Overhauls Its Inflight Entertainment Offering

Arnold Pinto 19/04/2024 0

$400 Million Investment Confirmed Air India has set a new inflight entertainment (IFE) standard by introducing an extensive and diverse content library. This promises an unparalleled experience for passengers on its long-haul flights. The unveiling of this cutting-edge IFE system, a first in the industry, marks a milestone for Air India. It showcases over 2,200 […]

Aviation Sustainability

IATA Report To Help Airlines Deal With Single-Use Plastic Products

Arnold Pinto 18/04/2024 0

New Study Offers Mitigation Strategies The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled the ‘Reassessing Single-Use Plastics Products in the Airline Sector’ report, which aims to aid airlines, regulators, and the airline supply chain in mitigating the environmental impacts of single-use plastic products (SUPP). Released at a crucial juncture, the

Aviation Travel

Adverse Weather Disrupts Dubai International Airport’s Operations

Arnold Pinto 17/04/2024 0

Certain Inbound Flights Diverted On April 16 Dubai International (DXB) Airport announced on April 16, 2024, that its operations experienced severe disruptions due to adverse weather conditions. Heavy rain and flooding across the UAE disrupted the airport’s normal functioning, causing significant challenges for travellers and airport authorities. According to a

Aviation Business

The World’s Top 10 Busiest Airports In 2023

Arnold Pinto 16/04/2024 0

International Travel Demand Surges The Airports Council International (ACI) World has revealed the preliminary top 10 busiest airports globally for 2023, shedding light on notable shifts propelled by the resurgence of international air travel following the COVID-19 pandemic. The top 10 airport rankings are based on comprehensive data collected from over 2,600 airports

Aviation Tech UAE

Archer Aviation And Falcon Aviation To Set Up Vertiport Network In UAE

Arnold Pinto 15/04/2024 0

Ahead Of eVTOL Launch By 2025 California-headquartered Archer Aviation and Abu Dhabi-based Falcon Aviation have signed a partnership to develop a vertical port network in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the UAE’s two largest cities. The twin-city network will be a hub for Archer’s revolutionary Midnight electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. This

Aviation Business

Inaugural FOSAA Conference Makes Waves In Industry

Arnold Pinto 12/04/2024 0

Event Held In Venice On March 20, 2024 The debut of the Future Opportunities for Seaplanes and Amphibious Aviation (FOSAA) conference, organised by Quaynote Communications and Arena Group, has left industry insiders buzzing following its successful gathering in Venice, Italy, on March 20, 2024. The event, marking a significant milestone for the resurging seaplane and […]

Aviation Travel

Global Air Passenger Demand Up By 21.5% In February 2024

Arnold Pinto 09/04/2024 0

All Regions Reported Double-Digit Growth The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported a substantial increase in global passenger demand for February 2024 compared to last year. According to the latest data released by the IATA, global passenger demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPKs), soared by an impressive 21.5% in February 2024

Aviation UAE

Dubai Air Navigation Services Wins Digital Role Award

News Desk 1 08/04/2024 0

Company Honoured For Leveraging Technology Dubai Air Navigation Services (DANS), the provider of air navigation services at four airports in the UAE, has been honoured with a ‘Best Entity in Digital Enablement Award’. DANS clinched the award for its efforts in leveraging technology to enhance safety and efficiency in air navigation services. The

Aviation Travel

Gulf Air To Fly From Bahrain To Munich This July

News Desk 1 08/04/2024 0

4 Weekly Flights Are Scheduled To enhance connectivity between the Kingdom of Bahrain and Germany, Gulf Air, Bahrain’s national carrier, has announced the launch of four weekly flights from Manama in Bahrain to Munich in Germany starting July 1, 2024. These new flights, operated by the state-of-the-art Airbus A321neo, will offer convenient travel options between […]

Aviation Travel

World’s Best Airports for Customer Experience In 2023 Revealed

Arnold Pinto 31/03/2024 0

Nine Airports Have Won ASQ Awards In collaboration with travel technology giant Amadeus, Airports Council International (ACI) World has unveiled the much-anticipated winners of the 2023 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Awards. The ASQ programme has set a new record with over 400 participating airports in 2023, reflecting the aviation industry’s dedicated focus on

Aviation Travel

Munich Airport Unveils Summer Flight Schedule

Arnold Pinto 29/03/2024 0

Over 3,300 Weekly Departures Confirmed Munich Airport will launch its enhanced summer flight schedule on Sunday, March 31, 2024, and will extend it until Saturday, October 26. This will offer travellers an extensive array of global destinations. With an increase of approximately 12% from the previous summer, airlines operating out of Munich Airport have announced […]

Aviation Logistics

Lufthansa Cargo Extends IATA CargoIS Agreement

News Desk 1 25/03/2024 0

Relationship Spans Over A Decade The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has officially confirmed that Lufthansa Cargo will continue its longstanding partnership, extending and broadening the scope of its use of CargoIS for air cargo intelligence needs. This marks a significant continuation of a relationship that has already spanned over a decade, reflecting a

Aviation

Boom Supersonic’s XB-1 Makes Successful First Flight

Arnold Pinto 23/03/2024 0

Historic Milestone Of Demonstrator Aircraft Boom Supersonic, the pioneer behind Overture, the forthcoming world’s fastest commercial aircraft, has announced the triumphant first flight of the XB-1 supersonic technology demonstrator aircraft. This groundbreaking supersonic jet soared into the skies above Mojave Air & Space Port in California on March 22, 2024, marking a

Aviation UAE

Emirates wins top inflight entertainment award

Arnold Pinto 23/03/2024 0

Dubai’s carrier offers 6,500 channels Dubai-based Emirates Airline has been crowned the global victor at the 2024 AirlineRatings.com Airline Excellence Awards, clinching the ‘Best Inflight Entertainment Award’. The online announcement highlights Emirates’ unrivalled position at the forefront of inflight entertainment. An editorial team determines the

Aviation Sustainability

World’s first solar-powered ATC radar station goes live in Chile

Arnold Pinto 22/03/2024 0

The unique asset is in the Atacama Desert In a groundbreaking move towards sustainable air traffic management, Chile’s General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC) and Thales, a global technology leader, have unveiled the world’s first Air Traffic Control (ATC) radar system powered entirely by solar energy. Nestled in the remote reaches of the Atacama