Sydney, Australia -- Australian airline Qantas said Sunday that data from 5.7 million customers stolen in a major cyberattack in July had been leaked online. "Qantas is one of a number of companies globally that has had data released by cyber criminals following the airline's cyber incident in early July,...
Airlines want end to Covid restrictions for EU flights
Most countries in the EU are beginning to relax requirements to present proof of vaccination and wear masks.
Qatar Airways and Airbus dispute over A350 safety grows bitter
Qatar Airways on Monday accused aviation giant Airbus of blocking efforts to settle their billion-dollar dispute over the safety of the A350 as it announced that another plane has been grounded with peeling paintwork.
Air Arabia profits up 476%
Its profit stood at AED720 million ($196.05 million) in 2021.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.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 airlines once again warn against 5G deployment near airports
The heads of the largest US airlines warned of a "catastrophic disruption" to travel and shipping if telecom firms rolled out their 5G technology as planned on Wednesday.
Emirates receives its 123rd, and final, Airbus A380 superjumbo jet
Emirates today received delivery of its 123rd Airbus A380 superjumbo jet. The aircraft, registered as A6-EVS, is also the final new A380 aircraft to join Emirates’ fleet. Emirates said it was the first airline to announce an order for the A380 at the 2000 Farnborough Air Show, when the aircraft...
Saudia named best brand of 2021 in the kingdom for development of services
Saudi Airlines (Saudia) has been ranked as the best brand of the year 2021 in the kingdom, rising from eighth place three years ago, according to marketing research company YouGov. Saudia won this recognition as a result of its efforts aimed at the continuous development of its services and products,...
Airbus predicts 3,020 ME orders
Airbus says the Middle East will need more than 3,000 aircraft by 2040.
Gulf Air boosts frequencies
Passenger numbers have grown ahead of the holiday season.Air Arabia Q3 net profit $56 million
The airline said it served over 1.9 million passengers from its five hubs.
Emirates narrows H1 losses to $1.6bn
The group’s net loss for the period was AED5.7 billion ($1.6 billion), substantially better than the AED14.1 billion ($3.8 billion) loss last year.
Jordan, Saudi Arabia investors launch Fly Aqaba
The new airline, Fly Aqaba, was set up with $20 million in private sector investment, said Nayef Bakhit, president of the Aqaba Special Economic Zone, quoted by Jordan's Petra news agency. Bakhit said it would start operations with two aircraft to serve Aqaba, the ancient archaeological site of Petra and...
Etihad raises first ESG loan in global aviation
Etihad Airways has raised $1.2 billion in what is the first sustainability-linked loan tied to ESG targets in global aviation.
First Libyan flight in 7 years touches down at Cairo International Airport
A Libyan Airlines flight with about 255 passengers on board flew into Cairo International Airport, marking the first time in seven years that the airline touched down in the neighboring country.
World airlines commit to ‘net zero’ CO2 emissions by 2050
The world's airlines made a joint pledge Monday to reach "net zero" CO2 by 2050, as the aviation industry ramps up efforts to curb its contribution to global warming. The new commitment comes 12 years after the IATA unveiled its first plan to reduce CO2 emissions.
Emirates and Qantas extend partnership
Together, the airlines are making millions of reward seats available for frequent flyers to access more than 100 destinations.
GCC airlines fly into losses amidst Covid-19
With $126 billion in losses, airline industry recently confirmed that 2020 was the worst year on record for the struggling aviation sector.Qatar Airways gets $3bn govt assistance after huge loss
The airline reported an overall loss of $4.1 billion for the year to March 31, double the figure for the same period the year before due to the coronavirus travel downturn. Qatar is among several governments that have stepped in to support their national carriers through the coronavirus shutdown, which...Emirates to increase salaries of employees
Emirates has announced that from October 1 it will undo all changes to employee pay structure that it undertook to save the airline from going under last year when Covid swept through the whole world.
Jordanian flight, with 133 passengers on board, ‘forced’ to make landing
The airline, without disclosing the reason for early landing of the aircraft, said all the passengers and six crew members of the flight were evacuated and transferred to the airport.
With Hajj over, Saudia mobilizes fleet to fly pilgrims home
The airline has made available around 15,000 seats, 25 additional flights, and 49 flights with larger seat capacity
Emirates launches new passenger service to Miami
Emirates flight EK213 was welcomed by Miami International Airport with a water cannon salute, and drew in an audience of passengers, aviation fans and guests
Emirates notches up “Best Airline Worldwide’ award, eighth in a row
It also bags ‘airline with the best first class’ and “the best economy class” awards too To maintain its industry leadership, the airline has also doubled down on its digital approach Emirates has bagged 'Best Airline Worldwide' award for the eighth consecutive time by the Business Traveler Middle East...
