Oman Air Adds a New Boeing B787-9 to Its Fleet
Oman Air continues its ambitious expansion plans in 2017 boosting its fleet with new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner which joined recently on 22nd April 2017.
Middle East
Emirates Cuts Flights to U.S. Following Visa Restrictions and Electronics Ban
Dubai-based Emirates announced that it will reduce flights to five of the twelve U.S. destinations they fly to beginning next month.
Saudia to Launch Direct Flights Between Riyadh and Manchester
Saudi Arabian Airlines announced the launch of a new direct and regular service between Riyadh and Manchester, starting in June 2017.
SalamAir Expands its Route Network to Pakistan and Saudi Arabia
SalamAir has announced the addition of new destinations to its fast-growing network with flights to Saudi Arabia scheduled to start on April 16th, 2017.
DHL Express Launches New Bahrain to Jeddah Flight
DHL Express has launched a new daily flight connecting Bahrain Hub with Jeddah, one of its gateways in Saudi Arabia’s western region.
Oman Air announces appointment of new Executive Vice President for Human Resources
Muscat-based Oman Air announced the appointment of Ms. Asma Humaid Al Ghabshi as Executive Vice President for Human Resources.
Emirates to Offer Double Daily Services to Bali, Indonesia
Emirates announced that it will introduce a second daily service to the island of Bali in Indonesia, on 2 July 2017, to meet the growing demand.
Boeing Announces Agreement with Iran Aseman Airlines for 30 737 MAXs
Boeing confirmed Iran Aseman Airlines’ intent to purchase 30 Boeing 737 MAX airplanes with a list price value of $3 billion.
Etihad Airways Dreamliner commences daily services to Amman
Etihad Airways has started operating its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on the Abu Dhabi – Amman route, as part of its daily schedules between the two capitals.
Etihad Airways Engineering Receives Production Approval from EASA
Etihad Airways Engineering has become the first organization in the Middle East to be granted with a Part21G POA by EASA.