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
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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
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
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 […]
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
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
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 […]
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
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 […]
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
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
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
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
New route opens on April 12, 2024 IndiGo, one of the world’s fastest-growing low-cost carriers, has unveiled plans to launch direct flights between Mumbai and Colombo, commencing April 12, 2024. Scheduled thrice a week on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, these flights aim to bolster connectivity between Mumbai, India’s financial hub, and Colombo, the capital of
Hydrogen-powered aircraft set for 2028 flight Swiss explorer Bertrand Piccard, renowned for his daring circumnavigations, has revealed his latest venture: Climate Impulse, a pioneering effort in emission-free aviation. This groundbreaking project involves the development of a green hydrogen-powered aircraft capable of completing a non-stop flight around the globe. With
Shareholders approve 20% dividend at AGM Shareholders of Air Arabia, the Sharjah-based low-cost carrier, have given their nod to the distribution of a 20% cash dividend for the financial year concluding on December 31, 2023. The dividend, equivalent to 20 fils per share, was announced at the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) and highlighted the […]
Presentation captures passengers’ attention through safety briefings Korean Air has launched a unique inflight safety video featuring virtual humans. This innovative video showcases a virtual flight attendant, donned in Korean Air’s signature uniform, delivering crucial safety instructions within a meticulously designed virtual setting. By embracing this novel
Partnership involves computationally engineered products Leap 71, Mimo Technik, and Astro Test Lab have joined forces to develop fully qualified aerospace products based on computational engineering. An agreement to this effect was signed at the Additive Manufacturing User Group Conference (March 10-14, 2024) in Chicago, Illinois. This signifies a strategic collaboration
Facility to cater to VIP aircraft In a significant move to bolster the aviation sector in the United Arab Emirates, the Dubai-based Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) has signed a strategic agreement with ATS Technic, the first independent EASA maintenance organisation in the UAE, to establish a cutting-edge MRO facility at Dubai South. Tahnoon […]
Chatbot WhatsApp number is +91 96670 34444 To enhance customer support, Air India, the country’s premier global airline, has expanded the reach of its Generative AI-powered virtual travel assistant, AI.g, to WhatsApp. Air India’s AI.g, a multilingual chatbot, can now be accessed on WhatsApp, providing travellers with a new and convenient channel for assistance.