Air Transport

News and issues relating to international air transport and cargo carriers, national airlines and regional airlines, including aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

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Boeing Sees Business Heating Up in Desert

A busy Dubai Airshow is on tap for Boeing

Aircraft

November 11, 2017

Honeywell, Lufthansa Technik Ink A350 Support Deal

German MRO will service APUs and other Honeywell components for the wide-body Airbus's operators

Maintenance and Modifications

November 11, 2017

Embraer Programs On Track as E190-E2 Enters Home Stretch

First member of new narrowbody family poised to gain certification in time of second-quarter 2018 service entry

Aircraft

November 10, 2017

U.S Security Measures Smack of Protectionism in Middle East

Region’s airlines suffer from efforts by Trump administration to restrict travel

Airlines

November 10, 2017

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Middle East a Key Area for Space-Based ADS-B Coverage

Middle East a Key Area for Space-Based ADS-B Coverage

Avionics

November 10, 2017

DAE Bounces Back After Acquisition of AWAS

Middle East lessors are starting to gain business beyond the region, with Alafco notably gaining its first U.S. airline customer.

Finance, Taxes, Insurance

November 10, 2017

ATR Taps Meggitt for Airborne Vibration Monitoring

The new vbration monitoring system will improve passenger comfort and lower operating costs for ATR operators.

Maintenance and Modifications

November 10, 2017

Middle East Carriers Could Hold Key to A380’s Future

Analysts express mixed viewpoints on the superjumbo’s prospects

Aircraft

November 10, 2017

Gulf and Middle East Carriers Continue To Expand

Saudi low-cost carrier flyadeal began operations in September, as regional growth continues apace.

Airlines

November 10, 2017

Ethiopian Airlines Annual Profits Dip to $232 Million

The airline operates 92 aircraft and has another 62 on order

Aircraft

November 10, 2017

Rolls-Royce Opens New Mideast Service Center

UK engine manufacturer says it now has enhanced service reach around the globe.

Engines

November 10, 2017

EAE venture with Airbus commences first A380 C-check

EAE recently joined the international 'Airbus MRO Alliance'

Maintenance and Modifications

November 10, 2017

ENOC Claims To Fuel 55 Percent of DXB Flights

Unit supports over 330 flights a day from DXB

Fuel

November 10, 2017

Mideast Instability Doesn’t Shake Boeing’s Confidence

Airlines adjust to evolving political environment as traffic starts to rebound

Aircraft

November 9, 2017

Too Early To Write Off Gulf Superconnectors

Profitability nosedives but low cost-base a plus

Airlines

November 9, 2017

New Testing Philosophy Will Aid GE9X Entry into Service

GE Aviation has developed an entirely new process for GE9X certification testing.

Engines

November 9, 2017

OEMs Banking On Strong Middle East Traffic Growth

Region's carriers adding 8 percent more seats per year through 2022.

Airlines

November 9, 2017

Airliner Cabins Designed for High Life and Hard Work

World’s leading VVIP aircraft outfitters showcase their work in Dubai.

Cabin Interior and Electronics

November 9, 2017

UTAS Finding Buyers for Expanded Attendant Seat Line

Customers include both airlines and VVIP customers

Cabin Interior and Electronics

November 9, 2017

Iran’s Progress with Major Orders Slows

Just a handful of Airbus and ATR aircraft have been delivered so far.

Aircraft

November 9, 2017