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Turkish Airlines Open 2026 to host Major Champion Francesco Molinari and Rolex Series Winner Paul Waring

News Desk 22/04/2026

Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other has been the title sponsor of the Turkish Airlines Open since 2013, bringing the world’s biggest stars in golf together with fans of the sport in Antalya. Over the years, the tournament has welcomed some of the

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Turkish Airlines is Relaunching its Sulaymaniyah Flights

News Desk 03/11/2025

Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other in the world relaunched its flights between Istanbul and Sulaymaniyah which were stopped on April 2023. Already possessing a strong network in the country with flights to Baghdad, Basra, Erbil, Kirkuk, and Najaf, flag carrier once again connects Iraq to the world with […]

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Turkish Airlines Received Three Financing Awards from Airline Economics

PR News Desk 23/09/2025

Showcasing its industry leadership when it comes to aircraft financing, Turkish Airlines has been recognized with three prestigious awards at the Airline Economics Aviation 100 European & Sustainability Awards ceremony held in London on 17 September 2025. Continuing to diversify its global financing network and implement innovative financing structures to mitigate

Aviation Travel

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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You may be affected as Qantas confirms unprecedented data breach

Arnold Pinto 03/07/2025

Impacting 6 million customer records Qantas Airways has confirmed that a cyberattack on one of its third-party contact centres has compromised customer data, affecting up to six million service records. The Australian airline has not specified which vendor operates the compromised platform or whether that provider also services other airlines in the Asia-Pacific or Middle

Aviation BREAKING NEWS Sustainability

Ecojet Airlines flies with a mandate to pioneer sustainable aviation in the UK

Arnold Pinto 06/06/2025

Bids to become the world’s first electric carrier Ecojet Airlines, a UK-based airline founded in 2021 as Fresh Airlines Limited, is aiming to transform the aviation industry with its commitment to sustainability and innovation. Headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland, Ecojet seeks to become the world’s first all-electric airline, focusing on reducing carbon

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Qatar Airways to Increase Manchester Service as Demand Grows for the Airline

PR News Desk 09/04/2025

Qatar Airways will be launching three additional flights to Manchester, UK, from 4 June 2025, to support increasing demand for the airline ahead of the summer season. The route will be served by carrier’s state-of-the-art fleet of Airbus A350-1000s and Boeing 787-9s. The Best Airline in the World, as voted by Skytrax in 2024, began […]

Aviation Travel

Free messaging on all Lufthansa long-haul flights

News Desk 27/01/2025

From summer 2025 Lufthansa has announced that starting in the summer of 2025, passengers on all its long-haul flights can send and receive unlimited complimentary messages, including photos, during their journeys. The new messaging service, available on flights to destinations such as the USA, Brazil, and Japan, significantly enhances the customer experience on

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DXC Technology and Accelya Partner to Accelerate Airline Innovation

PR News Desk 01/11/2024

DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading Fortune 500 global technology services partner, and Accelya, a leading global provider of technology solutions to the airline industry, announced they will partner to offer airlines a seamless and modern airport retail experience and accelerate system integrations for airlines globally. This will enable airlines to modernize operations

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Qatar Airways Creates World’s First Airline Commercial Where “You” Can Be the Star

PR News Desk 04/09/2024

Qatar Airways has unveiled a new global ‘AI Adventure’ film which utilises state-of-the-art technology to reinforce its commitment to developing incomparable, immersive experiences for everyone. In an industry-first, the campaign offers the opportunity to be part of its emotive story, by utilising advanced AI capabilities so you can place yourself within the film and

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Intelsat Multi-Orbit Inflight Connectivity Coming to Japan Airlines

News Desk 29/05/2024

Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, was selected by Japan Airlines to provide multi-orbit inflight connectivity service on more than 20 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft to be delivered in the coming years. The airline will become one of the first in the Asia-Pacific region to offer reliable, multi-orbit service using […]

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Dubai Airports advises guests to plan ahead due to forecasted unsettled weather

News Desk 01/05/2024

With unsettled weather forecasted for tomorrow, we advise guests who are flying out of Dubai International (DXB) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) to plan ahead. To avoid potential delays due to road congestion, we recommend guests utilise smart apps for real-time traffic updates and alternative routes and consider using the Dubai Metro to get […]

Aviation Travel

Emirates Chief Issues Open Letter To The Airline’s Customers

Arnold Pinto 21/04/2024

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 UAE

Emirates wins top inflight entertainment award

Arnold Pinto 23/03/2024

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 Business

Air Arabia soars with record net profit of AED1.5bn in 2023

Arnold Pinto 16/03/2024

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 […]

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Korean Air unveils virtual human inflight safety video

Arnold Pinto 16/03/2024

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

Aviation UAE

Flydubai cruises into 2024 after a smooth take-off in 2023

Arnold Pinto 27/12/2023

Carrier flies to 120+ destinations globally Flydubai – the airline under the control of the Investment Corporation of Dubai – has had an excellent operational year in 2023. Since commencing operations in June 2009, the Dubai-headquartered airline flies to more than 120 destinations in 54 countries. The single fleet-type carrier operates 84 Boeing 737s, comprising 29