Etihad and Air Arabia to launch new low-cost carrier
Etihad Aviation Group (EAG) has signed a partnership deal with Air Arabia to launch a new low-cost carrier called Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.
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in Space Virgin Galactic partners with Under Armour unveil spacewear system for private astronauts
Virgin Galactic and Under Armour have unveiled a collaboratively designed spacewear system for Virgin Galactic astronauts
in Airports Bahrain Airport Company renumbers aircraft parking stands
Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the operator and managing body of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), renumbered BIA’s aircraft parking stands, bringing Bahrain’s gateway further in line with international standards.
in Airports Abu Dhabi Airports welcomes new Air Arabia Abu Dhabi to Abu Dhabi International
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi will cater to the growing low-cost travel market through its hub in Abu Dhabi International Airport.
in Defence Turkish Aerospace to attend Seoul International Aerospace and Defence Exhibition
Turkish Aerospace will participate in Seoul International Aerospace and Defence Exhibition for the first time, between 15-20 October 2019.
in Technology More control, less waiting - top priorities for passengers
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced the results of its 2019 Global Passenger Survey showing that passengers are looking to technology to improve their travel experience.
in Business Aviation MEBAA insurance tailor made its medical insurance to suit members in UAE
MEBAA has entered into an Agreement with National General Insurance Company (NGI) UAE, to provide uniquely designed Medical Insurance Scheme for its member companies operating within UAE.
in Training EgyptAir Training Academy completes training courses
EgyptAir Training Academy has completed its latest training courses accredited by international and regional organisations to help to improve the performance of employees of the company.
in Events Qatar Airways to host LATAM Airlines Group board meeting in Doha
Qatar Airways will host LATAM Airlines Group’s board of directors and senior management in Doha between 13 and 15 October. During the three-day visit, LATAM’s board members and senior management toured Qatar Airways’
in Route Planning & Tourism Cairo joins the Emirates A380 network
Following the recent debut of its flagship A380 aircraft to Cairo, Emirates will introduce a regular scheduled commercial A380 service to the Egyptian capital starting from 27 October 2019, four times a week.
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in Training / Features Captains fantastic
With airlines growing around the world, pilots are in demand and the training industry is rapidly expanding to meet expectations. Dave Calderwood reviews the Middle East’s progress, including cockpit-ready first
Events
 | 28 - 30 October 2019 | Bahrain International Defence Exhibition & Conference 2019 |
| 16 November 2019 | Dubai International Air Chiefs Conference (DIAC) 2019 |
| 17 - 21 November 2019 | Dubai Airshow 2019 |
| 9 - 10 December 2019 | World Aviation Safety Summit 2019 |
| 25 - 26 February 2020 | Aircraft Interiors Middle East (AIME) 2020 |
| 4 - 5 March 2020 | Aviation Africa 2020 |
| 17 - 19 March 2020 | Global Aerospace Summit 2020 |
| 9 - 10 June 2020 | Aviation MENA 2020 |
| 20 - 24 July 2020 | Farnborough International Airshow 2020 |
