Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other airline, has announced during the Arabian Travel Market 2018 in Dubai, UAE, that travellers to Turkey flying from the Middle East region has increased during the first quarter … Continue reading Turkish Airlines reveals Q1 traffic results and sheds the light on the most recent aviation trends in the UAE
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic results for March 2018 showing that demand (measured in revenue passenger kilometers, or RPKs) rose 9.5%, compared to the same month a year ago, the fastest pace in 12 months. Capacity (available seat kilometers, or ASKs) grew 6.4% and load factor climbed 2.3 percentage points to 82.4%, which set a record for the month, following on the record set in February. All regions except for the Middle East posted record load factors. “Demand for air travel remains strong, supported by the comparatively healthy economic backdrop and business confidence levels. But … Continue reading Passenger Demand Accelerates in March, Load Factor Sets Another Record
The United Arab Emirates, represented by the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority, The Governments of the United Arab Emirates, Australia and the United Kingdom have [today] signed a new agreement to promote increased cooperation and collaboration on aviation security. Recognizing the continuing threat to civil aviation from international terrorism, the Agreement will bring important security benefits for flights operating on routes spanning the three countries, as well as increasing mutual understanding and the exchange of information on relevant aviation security procedures. It will also bring operational benefits and facilitate speedier transfer times for passengers. The agreement is rooted in new … Continue reading UAE signs trilateral Agreement between Australia, the UAE and UK in the field of civil aviation security
Transatlantic mission capable single aisle on track for 2018 entry into service Airbus’ first A321LR has completed a set of hot weather tests at Sharjah International Airport. The hot weather tests which began on Tuesday 27th March, were performed to check the aircraft’s systems’ behaviour with a focus on the cabin, including cooling performance on the ground. The tests are part of a 100-hour flight test programme following the aircraft’s maiden flight on 31st January 2018. The trip marks the third time that Airbus has chosen to test its aircraft in the UAE due to the optimal weather conditions combined with … Continue reading First Airbus A321LR completes hot weather tests at Sharjah International Airport
Deploys Innovative Solution to Meet Growing Storage Requirements at Qatar’s Hamad International Airport Partners with leading airports in the Middle East At the Passenger Terminal EXPO 2018 in Stockholm, Huawei announced it has joined the Strategic Partnerships Program of the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Through this Program, Huawei will use its advanced ICT innovations and expertise to help develop airports and airlines of the future, enhancing the passenger experience and optimizing air cargo operations. Huawei also announced the successful deployment of its OceanStor 9000 storage solution at Qatar’s Hamad International Airport, helping one of the leading airports in the … Continue reading Huawei Announces Strategic Partnership with IATA
Accolades underline Emirates’ outstanding onboard facilities and services, as rated by passengers Emirates received three Regional Passenger Choice Awards for Best Entertainment in the Middle East, Best Inflight Wi-Fi in the Middle East, and the Best Overall Experience in the … Continue reading Emirates wins three Passenger Choice Awards at APEX Asia
Travel is expected to peak this weekend for Emirates, as the airline expects yet another busy period with visitors passing through Terminal 3 ahead of the spring break holiday. The busiest time for departures will be on Friday 23rd March … Continue reading Emirates anticipates high passenger traffic for spring break
Munich Airport to develop unique, futurefocused innovation campus Munich Airport is about to embark on a unique, future-focused project. Under the name LabCampus, the airport will develop an interdisciplinary idea and innovation center on the airport campus. The visionary project will foster cooperation between … Continue reading LabCampus to provide home for business and R&D at the airport
Air Seychelles and the Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to extend their partnership into 2018. The agreement will see the national carrier and tourism board work closely together through joint marketing initiatives, presentations at tourism events and workshops to promote inbound tourism to the archipelago. Both entities will focus on building a strong regional marketing approach in order to effectively market the airline’s Indian Ocean network and domestic flight offering, including scheduled and charter interisland services, as well as scenic bird’s-eye flights over Mahé. Remco Althuis, Chief Executive Officer of Air Seychelles, said: “As … Continue reading AIR SEYCHELLES AND STB RENEW MARKETING PARTNERSHIP FOR 2018
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