By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: RoyalJet is taking a significant step forward in addressing the growing demand for private jets in the regional and global markets by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus Corporate Jets. The MoU signifies the Abu Dhabi-based global premium private jet operator’s commitment to purchase of three (3) brand new ACJ320neo’s and six (6) Purchase Rights. …

By Rafiq Vayan DUBAI: Celestyal, an award-winning global cruise line that provides its passengers with all-inclusive onboard experiences, marked its maiden call in Dubai on Monday, December 9. Entering the emirate’s waters with a dhow escort, the line’s newest ship, Celestyal Journey, hosted a plaque exchange ceremony and a star-studded party to kick off the ship’s first week-long ‘Desert Days’ …

By Muhammad Rafiq ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi Airports, the operator of the Emirate’s five airports, today announced the groundbreaking of the East Midfield Cargo Terminal (EMCT) at Zayed International Airport (AUH). This state-of-the-art facility, spanning approximately 90,000 square meters, will significantly enhance AUH’s cargo and logistics capabilities, strengthening its position as a leading international gateway for global and regional supply …

KUWAIT City: Kuwait Airways, the national carrier of Kuwait, has taken delivery of its first A330-900 aircraft, becoming the first airline in the Middle East to operate the aircraft. The milestone delivery marks a key step in Kuwait Airways’ transformation strategy, which includes enhancing its fleet to drive future growth. Kuwait Airways already operates a fleet of four A330-800s. Kuwait …

News Desk ABU DHABI/CHENNAI: Etihad Airways today celebrates its striking new Chennai Super Kings (CSK) livery as it makes its inaugural flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai, India. The aircraft, which is the first Airbus A320-neo to be operated by a UAE carrier, landed at 2.55pm local time in Chennai, and was welcomed with a traditional water cannon salute. What’s …

News Desk DUBAI: The MEBAA Show, the foremost business aviation platform in the Middle East and North Africa, will kick off tomorrow (Tuesday 10th December) at Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC), Dubai Airshow Site. Over three days, the 2024 edition will unite visitors from over 95 countries, solidifying Dubai’s role as a global business aviation hub at a …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has received the GCAA CAR 147 Approved Maintenance Training Organisation certification, enabling it to run its in-house maintenance and engineering training and certification. The CAR 147 training certification is a regulatory framework established by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) in the UAE, which allows the airline to provide approved training for aircraft maintenance engineers …

News Desk DUBAI: DC Aviation Al-Futtaim VIP Terminal (DCAF), a leading business aviation services provider, announced the expansion of its charter fleet with the addition of several new state-of-the-art aircraft. With the introduction of a Bombardier Global 7500 – one of only two available for charter in the Middle East, the Bombardier Global XRS, Challenger 604, two Hawker 4000 jets …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: The Amerigo Vespucci ship, historic sailing ship and Training Ship of the Italian Navy, will arrive in Karachi on 7 December, 29th stage of the World Tour. This is the first visit of the ship to the Pakistani city. The Amerigo Vespucci, guardian of the most ancient naval and seafaring traditions for over ninety years – …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: The Royal Thai Consulate General in Karachi organized a reception to commemorate the National Day of Thailand, the Birthday Anniversary of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great, and Thailand’s Father Day at the Avari Hotel, Karachi. On the 5th December 2024, the Royal Thai Consulate General in Karachi organized a reception to commemorate the National …