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Boeing, Royal Jordanian Airlines Announce Strategic Training Agreement

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Five-year contract will provide comprehensive 787 pilot training Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Royal Jordanian Airlines today announced at the 2017 Dubai Air Show the carrier has selected Boeing to provide its 787 flight training. Under the five-year strategic agreement, Boeing will provide Royal Jordanian with a comprehensive training solution, including pilot type-rating and recurrent training at its London Gatwick training campus. “We are excited by Boeing’s proven training expertise,” said Stefan Pichler, president and chief executive officer of Royal Jordanian. “To attract a new generation of pilots, we need to inspire them and train them in new ways, and Boeing … Continue reading Boeing, Royal Jordanian Airlines Announce Strategic Training Agreement

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IATA Urges Swift GASeP Implementation

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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged the swift implementation by states of the first Global Aviation Security Plan (GASeP) which was established this week by the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). “Flying is secure, but it is also clear that aviation faces security challenges. GASeP has the potential to strengthen security globally by providing governments with a global plan to which they can align their national efforts. The critical factor is implementation. It must be quick, comprehensive and global. The industry congratulates ICAO and its member states for putting the plan together. Industry is ready to … Continue reading IATA Urges Swift GASeP Implementation

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Al Naboodah Travel & Tourism Agencies expands airline portfolio

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Expands reach to target key or emerging markets from east to west Al Naboodah Travel & Tourism Agencies, the travel and tourism business of Al Naboodah Group Enterprises (ANGE), one of the UAE’s oldest and most respected family conglomerates, recently … Continue reading Al Naboodah Travel & Tourism Agencies expands airline portfolio

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DUBAI AIRSHOW 2017 REACHES NEW HEIGHTS

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Innovation, knowledge-sharing and billion dollar deals characterise the week-long aviation event As the doors close on another record-breaking Dubai Airshow, exhibitors are rushing to close deals and re-book for the next edition of the biennial event, in 2019. Trade visitors to the event were up around 20% on the 2015 event, with some 79380 people entering the purpose-built hall at DWC, Dubai during its five-day run. At the end of the show’s final day, the order book stood at almost US$113.8 billion with Michele van Akelijen, Managing Director of organisers, Tarsus F&E LLC Middle East, saying: “The figures speak for … Continue reading DUBAI AIRSHOW 2017 REACHES NEW HEIGHTS

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Abu Dhabi Aviation expands Leonardo AW139 offshore helicopter fleet

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Order for two additional Leonardo AW139s with deliveries expected in 2017 • Abu Dhabi Aviation already operates 15 AW139 helicopters • World best seller with over 1000 units ordered by 250 customers in 70 countries worldwide Leonardo announced today that Abu Dhabi Aviation (ADA) has signed a contract for two additional AW139 intermediate twin engine helicopters. The announcement was made during an official ceremony at the Dubai Air Show. The aircraft will be used to perform offshore transport mission with deliveries expected in 2017, further expanding ADA’s AW139 fleet which today accounts of 15 units in service primarily supporting the … Continue reading Abu Dhabi Aviation expands Leonardo AW139 offshore helicopter fleet

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MORE DEALS UNVEILED ON DAY TWO OF DUBAI AIRSHOW

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Air Arabia among those announcing expansion plans Air Arabia today unveiled plans to expand into new markets, as it signed a lease on six new Airbus A321neo long range aircrafts in a deal valued in excess of US$2.79 billion at current list prices. The new aircraft will be leased on an eight-year deal with US-based Air Lease Corporation (ALC). They will be added to the Sharjah-based airline’s existing fleet of 50 aircraft, based out of five regional hubs in the UAE’s Ras Al Khaimah and Sharjah as well as Morocco, Egypt and Jordan. Their eight-hour flying range will give the … Continue reading MORE DEALS UNVEILED ON DAY TWO OF DUBAI AIRSHOW

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INAUGURAL AIRPORT SOLUTIONS DUBAI GETS UNDER WAY

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Dubai Airports smart solutions highlighted as key to addressing rising passenger numbers With global passenger demand rising rapidly, making passenger journeys seamless and more enjoyable is key to successful airport operations. That was the message from His Excellency Jamal Al Hai, Member of Federal Council and Deputy Chairman of Dubai Airports, this morning as the inaugural Airport Solutions Dubai, part of the Airport Solutions global series, got under way at the Dubai Airshow 2017. The two-day conference which focuses on bringing together the entire buying chain of the airport industry from operators and designers to airlines and solutions providers, opened … Continue reading INAUGURAL AIRPORT SOLUTIONS DUBAI GETS UNDER WAY

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SITA’s WORLD-CLASS TECH SOLUTIONS TO BRING ISTANBUL NEW AIRPORT TO LIFE

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SITA will deliver the most advanced airport experience when the world’s largest airport opens in 2018 Istanbul New Airport, one of the world’s most ambitious airport projects, has appointed global IT provider SITA to bring the region’s most advanced airport … Continue reading SITA’s WORLD-CLASS TECH SOLUTIONS TO BRING ISTANBUL NEW AIRPORT TO LIFE

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THE WORLD GEARS UP FOR DUBAI AIRSHOW

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Over 1200 Exhibitors Coming from Around the Globe The Dubai Airshow 2017 is expected to be its biggest edition yet when it opens its doors at DWC, Dubai Airshow Site on Sunday. With predictions of 72500 trade visitors expected across its five-day run and over 1200 exhibitors representing the entire spectrum of the aerospace industry, the show is set to exceed previous editions. Of particular attraction this year are the new feature pavilions and conferences that have been launched for 2017: the Space Conference and Pavilion with speakers including Apollo 15 Command Module Pilot Col. Al Worden, USAF-Ret; Cargo Zone, … Continue reading THE WORLD GEARS UP FOR DUBAI AIRSHOW