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Bombardier announced that Abu Dhabi-based Falcon Aviation Services has signed a firm purchase agreement for two Q400 NextGen turboprop aircraft.
Taipei became Emirates’ newest passenger destination when flight EK366 arrived at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport on Monday inaugurating the airline’s daily non-stop service from Dubai International Airport. “Emirates and Taipei began their partnership in 2003 when Emirates Skycargo launched freighter services from Dubai. I am proud that we have been able to increase our commitment ... <a title="Emirates heads to Taipei" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/middle-east/emirates-heads-to-taipei/" aria-label="Read more about Emirates heads to Taipei">Read more</a>
Emirates is set to expand its presence in Nigeria, with the start of a daily linked service to Abuja and Kano from 1 August 2014. The announcement follows Emirates’ recent milestone of 10 years of successful operations to Lagos, to which the airline flies twice daily. Abuja, located in the centre of the country, is ... <a title="Emirates announces service to Abuja and Kano" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/middle-east/emirates-announces-service-to-abuja-and-kano/" aria-label="Read more about Emirates announces service to Abuja and Kano">Read more</a>
Oman Air has announced that as of 28th Feb 2014, its Chief Executive Officer, Wayne Pearce, has decided to leave the airline after more than two years as the CEO. Chairman of the Board of Directors of Oman Air, His Excellency Darwish bin Ismael bin Ali Al Balushi, announced Mr Pearce’s departure, saying: “Working with ... <a title="Oman Air CEO steps down" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/middle-east/oman-air-ceo-steps-down/" aria-label="Read more about Oman Air CEO steps down">Read more</a>
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As of April 1, 2014, EL AL is adding a sixth weekly flight to Hong Kong on Thursdays, enabling a weekend in Hong Kong, with a return on Saturday night.
Emirates has received delivery of its 43rd and 44th A380 aircraft with a double delivery from Airbus’ Finkenwerder facility in Hamburg, Germany. “Our customers love the A380 – from the quieter cabins and spacious layout on the main deck, to the on-board lounge and shower spas in our premium cabins. It is a beautiful aircraft which we ... <a title="Double delivery takes Emirates A380 fleet to 44" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/middle-east/double-delivery-takes-emirates-a380-fleet-to-44/" aria-label="Read more about Double delivery takes Emirates A380 fleet to 44">Read more</a>
Etihad Airways has signed a codeshare agreement with Aegean Airlines, Greece’s largest commercial airline. The agreement will see Aegean Airlines commence a four times a week service between Athens and Abu Dhabi on 30 March 2014 and, subject to regulatory approvals, Etihad Airways will place its EY flight code on the new flight. Aegean Airlines ... <a title="Etihad and Aegean Airlines to codeshare" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/middle-east/etihad-and-aegean-to-codeshare/" aria-label="Read more about Etihad and Aegean Airlines to codeshare">Read more</a>
Emirates strengthens its commitment to Algeria by introducing the Airbus A340-500 on the Dubai-Algiers route, commencing 1st December 2013. Boosting seat capacity by nearly 10% and offering an enhanced cabin product, Emirates’ AirbusA340-500 will replace the current A330-200 operating on flights EK757 and EK758. “The upgrade of our Algiers service to an Airbus A340-500 is a clear ... <a title="Emirates upgrades Algiers service" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/middle-east/emirates-upgrades-algiers-service/" aria-label="Read more about Emirates upgrades Algiers service">Read more</a>
Share Tweet Share Share Email Comments Royal Jordanian and Oman Air signed a free sale codeshare agreement offering passengers seven weekly flights between Amman, Jordan, and Muscat, Oman. Under the terms of the agreement, which became effective from October 27, 2013, the flights are operated by Oman Air and marketed by both carriers. The move ... <a title="Royal Jordanian and Oman Air to codeshare" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/middle-east/royal-jordanian-and-oman-air-to-codeshare/" aria-label="Read more about Royal Jordanian and Oman Air to codeshare">Read more</a>
Dubai-based Emirates airline has placed an additional order for 50 A380 aircraft, confirming the continued strong demand for very large aircraft in the Middle East that are needed to meet the region’s higher than average traffic growth. The order was signed at a ceremony at the 2013 Dubai Airshow witnessed by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed ... <a title="Emirates orders 50 additional A380s" class="read-more" href="https://aviationtribune.com/airlines/middle-east/emirates-orders-50-additional-a380s/" aria-label="Read more about Emirates orders 50 additional A380s">Read more</a>