Will sign US$13.7bn deal with Airbus, says Korean Air
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – South Korean flag carrier Korean Air said on Thursday it will sign a US$13.7 billion deal with Airbus to purchase 33 A350 series aircraft to strengthen its long-term fleet operations. The move comes after the European Union approved the airline's takeover of smaller rival Asiana -- conditional...
Two dead bodies discovered in hold of Air Algerie plane
The bodies of two men were found in the hold of an Air Algerie plane at Algiers International Airport on Saturday, Algerian police said.Standard Chartered, flydubai sign deal
The Sale and Leaseback (SLB) agreement is for five new Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.Companies envision taxis flying above jammed traffic
Companies such as Archer, Joby and Wisk are working on electric-powered aircraft that take off and land vertically like helicopters then propel forward like planes.Etihad Engineering partners with Touchdown Aviation for aircraft parts
Touchdown Aviation (TDA) will provide Etihad Engineering supply chain solutions locally in Abu Dhabi, to ensure the availability of high demanded aircraft parts. Etihad Engineering signed a Component Agreement with TDA, a global specialist in the supply, loan, exchange, and repair of aircraft components, regarding the same. Frederic Dupont, Vice...US warns of sanctions over Iran presence at Qatar defense show
The US State Department warned of possible sanctions Thursday after Iranian military officials attended a defense show in Qatar and exhibited some of Iran's military hardware. "We are deeply disappointed and troubled by the presence of Iranian military officials and reportedly Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps officers at the Doha...Qatar Airways rebuffs Airbus $220m compensation claim
Qatar Airways has denied that it owes Airbus $220 million in compensation for the rejected A350 aircraft. The Gulf carrier said that by refusing to accept two of the wide-body jets from Airbus it has in any way breached its contract with Airbus.GCC turbulence mires Airbus rise
Airbus has been mired in controversy despite its best efforts to increase its customer base, across the world in general and in the GCC in particular.QAIA saw passenger traffic grow 161% in January
Passenger and aircraft movement and air cargo traffic at QAIA remained far lower than pre-pandemic levels.US to send warship, fighter jets to UAE after Houthi attacks
The deployment, to "assist the UAE against the current threat", follows a phone call between Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan. The UAE suffered its third missile attack in consecutive weeks on Monday.Qatar Financial Center’s systems benefit aircraft leasing firms: CEO
The Center’s proximity to the most important leading airlines in the world and its wide network of destinations make it an ideal destination for aircraft leasing companies, says Yousuf Mohammed Al JaidaJazeera airways to buy 28 Airbus aircraft for $3.4bn
Jazeera Airways of Kuwait has placed an order for 28 Airbus aircraft worth $3.4 billion, according to media reports.Green hydrogen planes will only limit CO2 emissions: Study
If all aircraft started using green hydrogen on eligible routes, it would 'reduce aviation's carbon emissions by 31 percent in 2050, representing a capping of emissions at 2035 levels,' found the International Council on Clean Transportation. However, this would not entirely eliminate CO2.UAE bans use of drones, light sports aircraft after Houthi attack
The UAE has banned the use of drones and light sports aircraft from Saturday, days after Yemen’s Houthis carried out a deadly attack in the Emirates. “The Ministry of Interior is currently stopping all flying operations for owners, practitioners and enthusiasts of drones, including drones and light sports aircraft," a...Qatar Airways counters Airbus order cancellation with A350 video
The move came within mere hours of Airbus cancelling an order of 50 of its A321neo aircraft, which it was to deliver to the Gulf-based airline.Airbus cancels Qatar Airways plane order as feud deepens
The order was worth $6 billion at catalogue prices, though airlines are usually charged less for large purchases.AT&T, Verizon roll out 5G in US without huge impact on flights
On Tuesday, both AT&T and Verizon agreed to scale back the launch of 5G near airports following an outcry from US airlines, who warned of mass disruptions. The White House, which has negotiated with both the aviation and telecommunications industries, praised the move.US further delays 5G rollout to study impact on aircraft safety
US authorities have asked telecom operators AT&T and Verizon to delay their 5G rollout for up to two weeks. The rollout had already been postponed earlier amid uncertainty about interference with vital flight-safety equipment.Saudi Arabia sends humanitarian aid to Afghanistan, first after Taliban takeover
Saudi Arabia sent two aircraft carrying humanitarian aid to Afghanistan Thursday, state media reported, its first such initiative since the Taliban took control of the crisis-stricken country in August. The kingdom's state-run King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief) sent more than 65 tons of aid, including 1,647 food...QA arm expands Gulfstream fleet
Qatar Executive is a business-jet subsidiary of Qatar Airways.Airbus looks to go the arbitration way with Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways in August stopped taking deliveries from Airbus over a problem that saw external paint degrading.Airbus predicts 3,020 ME orders
Airbus says the Middle East will need more than 3,000 aircraft by 2040.Qatar Airways welcomes first Boeing B777-9 aircraft to Doha
The aircraft, which is anticipated to join Qatar Airways fleet in the near future, will be the world's largest and most efficient twin-engine jet.Etihad bags maintenance contract
The contract involves Virgin Australia's Boeing 737 fleet.Costly delays to Boeing’s 777X rile Emirates
Delays to the certification of Boeing's 777X long-haul aircraft are costing billions and infuriating top customer Emirates, but the US manufacturer is banking on the model as air traffic rebounds.Emirates to retrofit 105 aircraft with Premium Economy product from 2022
Emirates announced at the Dubai Airshow 2021 on Tuesday that it will retrofit 105 of its modern wide-body aircraft with its Premium Economy product, in addition to other cabin enhancements. The 18-month retrofit program, scheduled to begin at the end of 2022, will be entirely conducted at Emirates’ Engineering Centre...Emirates expands cargo capacity with AED3.6 bn investment
Emirates SkyCargo was the launch customer for the Boeing 777-F and the aircraft has been at the heart of the carrier’s operations since 2009. The addition of two new freighter aircraft will strengthen Emirates SkyCargo’s customer offering allowing for increased agility and flexibility in its operations.Aviation emerging out of Covid crisis, outlook brightening: Airbus CEO
The global aviation sector has begun to emerge from the Covid pandemic, its worst-ever crisis, and the "outlook is starting to brighten", Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury told journalists Monday. A large order of 255 of Airbus' single-aisle A231 planes announced Sunday at the Dubai Airshow "completely justifies" a shift to...Air Lease Corporation signs letter of intent to purchase 111 Airbus aircraft
US company Air Lease Corporation (ALC) has signed a letter of intent to purchase 111 Airbus aircraft, the European plane-maker said in a statement on Monday. The agreement is for 25 A220-300s, 55 A321neos, 20 A321XLRs, four A330neos and seven A350Fs. The order will be finalized in the coming months...Airbus recovers, Boeing reels
Boeing has endured a series of crises as Airbus recovers.Boeing says MENA will need 3,000 new aircraft in 20 years
The MENA region will need some 3,000 new aircraft worth $700 billion in the next 20 years to cater to the demand for air travel. The conclusion was drawn by Boeing in its Commercial Outlook for 2021.Scientist makes whitest paint; it might reduce AC bill!
Its inventor said this paint was used to cover a roof area of about 1,000 square feet, it could give get a cooling power of 10 kilowatts, which is more powerful than the central air conditioners used by most houses.Kuwait Airways to resume New York flight
The destination is in high demand from business travelers, tourists.Investors to sue Boeing’s Board of Directors for 737 crashes
Boeing has already lost $20 billion in fines, lost orders, and other costs, due to these two crashes, both of which involved the 737 Max aircraft. Not the least of these was the $2.5-billion fine levied on it by the US Department of Justice in January this year.Qatar team in Kabul for restart of ‘airport operations’
A technical team has landed in Kabul to discuss the resumption of airport operations after the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan, according to a source. "While no final agreement has been reached regarding providing technical assistance, Qatar's technical team has initiated this discussion based on the other side's request. Talks are...Now airplanes probe earth for mineral wealth
Saudi Arabia has begun to obtain ‘high-resolution’ geological data spread over 600,000 square kilometers in the kingdom, enabling it to find mineral deposits in the region.Qatar Airways forced to ground 13 Airbus aircraft over surface issue
The Qatar Civil Aviation Authority has asked the airline to take the step due to a faster deterioration of the fuselage surface below the outer paint, the local reports pointed out.