in General Aviation Posted 21 July 2020
Between April and June 2020, Emirates SkyCargo facilitated the movement of essential commodities and other supplies for individual consumers and businesses across the world by operating more than 10,000 cargo flights.
in General Aviation Posted 21 July 2020
Etihad Cargo is set to streamline regulatory compliance screening processes for shipments via a new partnership with E2open, a provider of intelligent supply chain solutions.
in General Aviation Posted 13 July 2020
Qatar Airways Cargo is helping people in need through its ‘1 Million Kilos’ campaign.
in General Aviation Posted 7 July 2020
Dnata has donated three pieces of cargo handling equipment to Dubai-based International Humanitarian City (IHC) to support the organisation in facilitating rapid relief and first responses to crises, including the COVID-19
in General Aviation Posted 6 July 2020
Emirates SkyCargo has added Glasgow to its network as it expands cargo connectivity to 100 destinations.
in General Aviation Posted 6 July 2020
Emirates SkyCargo will be operating scheduled cargo flights to 100 destinations across six continents during the month of July 2020.
in General Aviation Posted 2 July 2020
Etihad Airways, in cooperation with the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, has transported humanitarian aid from the government of the United Arab Emirates to 54 destinations.
in General Aviation Posted 1 July 2020
Airbus Helicopters’ multi-role twin engine H160 has been granted its type certificate by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
in General Aviation Posted 30 June 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets in May showing a slight improvement in the air cargo market, although African airlines post smallest cargo contraction.
in General Aviation Posted 25 June 2020
Emirates has introduced additional cargo capacity by using Boeing 777-300ER aircraft with seats removed from the Economy Class cabin.
in General Aviation / Technology Posted 16 June 2020
Global technology giant Honeywell has taken a step into the future with the formation of a new business unit dedicated to the growing unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and urban air mobility (UAM) industries.
in General Aviation Posted 3 June 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets in April showing that demand dropped 27.7% compared to the same period in 2019 - the sharpest fall ever recorded.
in General Aviation / ATM & Regulatory Posted 1 June 2020
Accident investigators into the crash of a Diamond DA62 conduction calibration services at Dubai International Airport last year remain puzzled by the actions of the captain of the light aircraft as it repeatedly breached minimum separation
in General Aviation Posted 1 June 2020
Qatar Airways has entered a two-year partnership with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency to deliver on its purpose of providing humanitarian relief and assistance to the displaced globally.
in General Aviation Posted 28 May 2020
Gulf Air has successfully imported 82 tons of medical supplies from India with partner medical suppliers.
in General Aviation Posted 11 May 2020
Dubai-based Flydubai’s passenger operation remains suspended until Thursday 04 June 2020 as part of the precautionary measures being implemented in response to COVID-19.
in General Aviation Posted 6 May 2020
With close to 100 daily cargo flights operated to a destination network spanning more than 65 cities across six continents, Emirates SkyCargo is leading the global cargo industry during these critical times in
in General Aviation Posted 4 May 2020
Gulf Air in coordination with a number of Bahraini enterprises specialising in medical supplies, has assisted in the importation of nine tons of medical items needed to mitigate the spread of the
in General Aviation Posted 4 May 2020
Emirates SkyCargo has announced that that will be launching four weekly cargo services to New Zealand from 3rd May 2020 to help connect businesses in the country to key trading partners across the globe.
in General Aviation Posted 4 May 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA), and the Universal Postal Union (UPU) warned that air capacity for postal services is insufficient and urged governments to do more to support the movement of mail by air during the COVID-19
in General Aviation Posted 4 May 2020
Emirates SkyCargo has announced that with effect from the first week May 2020, it has commenced dedicated cargo flights on a scheduled basis every week to 67 global destinations across six continents.
in General Aviation Posted 30 April 2020
Airbus is developing a modification for A330 and A350 family aircraft which will enable airlines to install freight pallets directly onto the cabin floor seat tracks, after removal of the
in General Aviation / Features Posted 30 April 2020
Seven years after Bell Helicopter announced it was developing a brand new, clean-sheet design ‘super medium’ twin-engine helicopter, complete with a sophisticated fly-by-wire system, the company is now sparing no effort to get the 525
in General Aviation Posted 29 April 2020
Emirates SkyCargo has utilised the cargo capacity on its Boeing 777 freighter and Boeing 777-300ER passenger freighter aircraft to help maintain and replenish food supplies in the UAE during the Covid-19 pandemic.
in General Aviation Posted 28 April 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released data for March air cargo performance demonstrating a severe capacity shortfall. Middle Eastern carriers reported a decline of 14.1% year-on-year following growth
in General Aviation Posted 27 April 2020
Emirates SkyCargo is taking additional measures to ensure the safety of its employees and operations during the Covid-19 pandemic.
in General Aviation Posted 23 April 2020
Etihad Cargo has partnered with the Australian Government to provide critical international airfreight assistance to Australia.
in General Aviation Posted 22 April 2020
UPS said it has added over 200 company-owned and chartered air freighter flights in April to support FEMA’s Project Airbridge and other healthcare-related missions.
in General Aviation Posted 22 April 2020
In recent weeks Qatar Airways has carried over one million people home plus transported over 70,000 tonnes of medical equipment and aid relief, ensuring it is a reliable partner for passengers, governments, travel trade and freight companies in
in General Aviation Posted 20 April 2020
Emirates Delivers, the e-commerce delivery platform launched by the freight division of Emirates has witnessed a strong reception by UAE customers in March and April 2020.
in General Aviation Posted 17 April 2020
Jazeera Airways has announced that it ran its first all-cargo flight to and from Riyadh on April 15, 2020.
in General Aviation Posted 16 April 2020
Emirates SkyCargo has rapidly scaled up its cargo services to connect an increasing number of global destinations.
in General Aviation Posted 8 April 2020
Qatar Airways Cargo has increased services around the world, operating freighters and freight-only passenger aircraft to ensure the continuity of global trade and transportation of
in General Aviation Posted 8 April 2020
Flydubai has allocated six Next-Generation Boeing 737-800 aircraft to operate as all-cargo flights to enable the movement of essential goods across its network and beyond.
in General Aviation Posted 6 April 2020
Airbus continues to purchase and supply millions of face masks from China, the large majority of which will be donated to governments of the Airbus home countries, namely France, Germany, Spain and the UK.
in General Aviation Posted 6 April 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released February 2020 data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in cargo tonne kilometers (CTKs), decreased by 1.4% compared to the same
in General Aviation Posted 3 April 2020
Gulf Air and All Food Company, a Bahraini food supplier, has imported approximately 4,000 kg worth of fresh produce from Europe using Gulf Air’s flagship Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner.
in General Aviation Posted 31 March 2020
Qatar Airways Cargo will resume scheduled belly-hold cargo operations to China with the utilisation of wide-body and passenger-configurated aircraft effective 30 March 2020.
in General Aviation Posted 31 March 2020
An Emirates SkyCargo flight carrying close to 500,000 Covid-19 testing kits has landed at Sao Paulo airport in Brazil.
in General Aviation Posted 26 March 2020
In keeping with food security amidst the global outbreak of the Coronavirus COVID-19, Lulu Hypermarket has airlifted a special food consignment on a chartered Gulf Air’s flagship Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner from India to Bahrain this
in General Aviation Posted 26 March 2020
Emirates SkyCargo has stepped up its commitment to facilitate the flow of essential goods across markets including the UAE.
in General Aviation Posted 25 March 2020
International Air Transport Association (IATA) and its members renewed their call to governments to take urgent measures to ensure that vital air cargo supply lines remain open, efficient and effective.
in General Aviation Posted 24 March 2020
FAI rent-a-jet AG, Germany’s Air Ambulance Specialist and Special Mission Operator has been working 24/7 to help evacuate those in need following unprecedented demand from the spread of coronavirus.
in General Aviation Posted 17 March 2020
Etihad Cargo has announced its freighter schedule for the IATA summer season, boosting capacity to its top freighter gateways.
in General Aviation Posted 17 March 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has said it continues to support governments in their efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19.
in General Aviation Posted 11 March 2020
Jettainer, an international service partner for outsourced ULD management, received the Oman Air Cargo Award 2020 in the category “Best Service” during the award gala on March 4 in Muscat, Oman.
in General Aviation / Features Posted 5 March 2020
The international airports in the Middle East are some of the busiest in the world. They are also equipped with the most sophisticated navigation aids that have to remain operational 24/7 – but they also need to be totally accurate. David Oliver finds out more.
in General Aviation Posted 5 March 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has eleased data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in cargo tonne kilometers decreased by 3.3% in January 2020, compared to the same period
in General Aviation Posted 4 March 2020
Emirates SkyCargo is working with Accuity, a global provider of financial crime compliance, payments and Know Your Customer (KYC) solutions, to help automate and streamline its regulatory compliance
in General Aviation Posted 1 March 2020
Etihad Cargo has selected ECS Group, a general sales and support services group, to deliver a significant scope of its new regional sales operating model across multiple-territories.
in General Aviation Posted 24 February 2020
Five Qatar Airways Cargo freighters departed to China on Friday carrying approximately 300 tonnes of medical supplies donated by the airline to support Cornavirus relief efforts.
in General Aviation Posted 18 February 2020
Etihad Cargo has bolstered its global handling partnership agreements with Dnata.
in General Aviation Posted 10 February 2020
Etihad Cargo has signed a partnership for Digital Air Cargo with WebCargo by Freightos, the world’s largest air cargo rates and eBooking platform.
in General Aviation Posted 6 February 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released full-year 2019 data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs), fell by 3.3% compared to 2018 while capacity (AFTK)
in General Aviation Posted 4 February 2020
Etihad Cargo has renewed its global cargo handling agreements with Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), the world’s largest air cargo handler, with Frankfurt and Madrid joining six existing gateways in Europe, Asia and the United States.
in General Aviation Posted 30 January 2020
Leonardo has announced that Gulf Helicopters of Qatar is the launch customer for the all new AW189K variant.
in Business Aviation / General Aviation / Flight Services & Support / Airports Posted 17 January 2020
Universal Aviation, has opened Universal Aviation Turkey, based at Ataturk Airport in Istanbul to provide supervisory ground support for business aircraft at all airports across Turkey.
in General Aviation Posted 16 January 2020
The BelugaXL has entered into service, providing Airbus with 30% extra transport capacity in order to support the on-going production ramp-up of commercial aircraft programmes.
in General Aviation Posted 8 January 2020
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs), decreased by 1.1% in November 2019, compared
in General Aviation Posted 2 January 2020
UPS, in collaboration with UNHCR, has delivered close to 100 tons of relief items to bring critical supplies to victims of the recent flooding in Somalia which has affected half a million people and uprooted 400,000 from
in General Aviation Posted 4 December 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs), decreased by 3.5% in October 2019, compared to the
in General Aviation Posted 2 December 2019
Qatar Airways Cargo has announced a major expansion of services in South America.
in General Aviation / Business & Finance Posted 20 November 2019
Abu Dhabi’s Tawazun today announced the start of negotiations to buy 200 of the Russian-built VRT multipurpose civilian helicopters, which will be used across both government and private entities in the emirate.
in General Aviation / Technology Posted 20 November 2019
Accel, the new all-electric demonstrator aircraft powered by Rolls-Royce, could be heading for the record books next year.
in General Aviation / Maintenance / Flight Services & Support Posted 20 November 2019
Infinity Support Services (ISS) and ITP Aero has signed a three-year contract to support General Electric CT7-8A engines operated on Sikorsky S-92 Helicopters.
in General Aviation Posted 15 November 2019
Oman Aviation Academy (a CAE Authorised Training Centre) has signed a contract with Diamond Aircraft for the purchase of eight aircraft – including six single-engine DA40 NG and two twin-engine DA42-VI – with an option to
in General Aviation Posted 12 November 2019
Emirates SkyCargo flew over 75,000 tonnes of pharmaceuticals across the world during the Financial Year 2018/19.
in General Aviation Posted 6 November 2019
Dnata has been certified by IATA's Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics (CEIV Pharma) for its pharma handling processes at its state-of-the-art cargo facility at Dubai World Central (DWC).
in General Aviation / Features Posted 4 November 2019
There's a new mood of confidence at Airbus Helicopters as the rotor market embraces new technologies and new opportunities. Dave Calderwood reports
in General Aviation Posted 28 October 2019
Dnata has joined forces with Wallenborn Transports, Europe’s largest air-cargo road feeder services (RFS) operator.
in General Aviation Posted 11 October 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs), contracted by 3.9% in August 2019, compared to
in General Aviation Posted 25 September 2019
Etihad Cargo has announced its winter schedule and network plan will come into effect on September 29, with new weekly freighter services marking an increased presence in the United States of America and other strategic
in General Aviation Posted 24 September 2019
UPS has announced the addition of three new countries served by UPS Worldwide Express, and broadened its reach across 76 cities in the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East, and Africa (ISMEA).
in Air Transport / General Aviation Posted 19 September 2019
Emirates SkyCargo has teamed up with with Dubai start-up Seafood Souq for efficient and transparent sourcing and transportation of seafood, starting with a shipment of Scottish salmon from Glasgow
in General Aviation Posted 17 September 2019
Turkish Airlines recorded 84.8 percent load factor in August despite the global shrinkage of demand in the aviation sector.
in General Aviation Posted 12 September 2019
Life saving medication manufactured in Belgium and fresh salmon from Norway are just two of the commodities that have been transported across the world by Emirates SkyCargo.
in General Aviation Posted 10 September 2019
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), the world’s largest air cargo handler, has been awarded a substantial multi-station cargo handling contract by Saudia Cargo covering major airport gateways in
in General Aviation Posted 5 September 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs), contracted by 3.2% in July 2019, compared to the same
in General Aviation Posted 7 August 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs), decreased by 4.8% in June 2019, compared to the same
in General Aviation / Flight Services & Support Posted 29 July 2019
Staff at Saudi Arabia’s aviation services Nexus are used to tracking aircraft to provide their products to airlines and business aviation operators – but they are currently glued to their screens
in General Aviation Posted 26 July 2019
Russian Helicopters has delivered three Ka-32A11BC multipurpose helicopters to Turkey for firefighting from the contract signed with KAAN Air last July.
in Business Aviation / General Aviation Posted 22 July 2019
Bose’s latest headset designed for corporate jet and commercial aircraft pilots was unveiled at Oshkosh today.
in General Aviation Posted 19 July 2019
Qatar Airways Cargo has added Singapore as a new freighter destination on its transpacific freighter route.
in Business Aviation / General Aviation / Events Posted 11 July 2019
At 12:12:23 UTC today, Action Aviation Chairman Hamish Harding, Astronaut Terry Virts and crew made history by beating the world record for any aircraft flying over the North and South poles
in General Aviation Posted 8 July 2019
Emirates SkyCargo has won a number of international accolades since the start of 2019, in recognition of the quality of the air cargo services it provides to its customers.
in General Aviation Posted 5 July 2019
Specialists of the Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, a subsidiary of the Russian Helicopters holding (part of Rostec) finished a series of Mi-38 flights conducted under the instrument flight rules (IFR), as well as in conditions of
in General Aviation Posted 19 June 2019
ASL Aviation (ASL) and Boeing have signed an MoU for 20 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters (BCF), bringing the world’s first Next-Generation 737-800 freighter conversion to
in General Aviation Posted 17 June 2019
Russian Helicopters has presented a concept of the modernised light Ansat helicopter at the International Paris Air Show 2019.
in General Aviation Posted 17 June 2019
Emirates SkyCargo has commenced handling pharmaceutical cargo at a new purpose-built facility in Chicago.
in General Aviation Posted 30 May 2019
Etihad Airways PJSC has acquired the shares held by Armaguard Linfox Group (Australia) in Abu Dhabi-based joint venture Armaguard Valuables Management LLC (AVM), becoming sole shareholder of the company and renaming it Etihad Secure
in General Aviation / Airports Posted 16 May 2019
An aircraft carrying out testing of navigational aids for Dubai’s main international airport crashed close to DXB killing all four people on board.
in General Aviation Posted 14 May 2019
Etihad Cargo has launched scheduled freighter flights from Abu Dhabi to Singapore’s Changi International Airport.
in General Aviation Posted 8 May 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs), increased 0.1% in March 2019, compared to
in General Aviation Posted 7 May 2019
Dnata and Lufthansa Group have expanded their partnership in the United States.
in General Aviation Posted 24 April 2019
Etihad Cargo is celebrating its position in the air cargo digitalisation and innovation space six months after migrating to a new technology platform.
in General Aviation Posted 18 April 2019
Export Bahrain has signed an exclusive partnership with Gulf Air’s Falcon Cargo to provide SMEs in the Kingdom of Bahrain, exporting their goods to the tune of 100 kilograms or above, with
in Defence / General Aviation / Features Posted 11 April 2019
The first prototype of the Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) T625 multi-role helicopter made its 20-minute maiden flight on September 6 2018, at the company’s facilities in Ankara, writes Jon Lake.
in General Aviation Posted 11 April 2019
Turkish Airlines’ successful air cargo brand, Turkish Cargo managed to increase its cargo tonnage by 9.6 percent in February despite the shrinking in the global air cargo sector.
in General Aviation Posted 9 April 2019
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs), decreased 4.7% in February 2019, compared to the
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