Efforts to make the UAE more welcoming are being done in concert with aircraft operators

The UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority is encouraging business aviation companies wishing to start operations in Dubai to engage with its officials.

UAE Regulators Streamline Bizav Regulatory Framework

MoU outlines plans to work on next-gen connectivity technologies, such as Honeywell’s JetWave X Satcom system

At the Middle East and North Africa Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) show, Honeywell announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Sino Jet.

Honeywell and Sino Jet To Partner on Connectivity Tech

Domestic industry players have urged Saudi officials to act faster

Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Civil Aviation is under mounting pressure to reform the country's business aviation market to enable growth.

Saudi Arabia's General Aviation Plan 2.0 Will Take Time

UAE-based charter operator has previously had an all-Boeing fleet

The ACJ320neo deal is worth from $330 million to nearly $1 billion, depending on how many options Royal Jet exercises. 

Royal Jet Expanding Fleet with ACJ320neo Purchase

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2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

Matt Thurber

News and information on safety procedures and concerns.

News and information about crew, passenger, aircraft and airport security issues.

News and issues relating to business, corporate and private aviation, primarily regarding turbine-engine-powered airplanes and helicopters. Subjects include aircraft, engines, maintenance, operations, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security, and training.

Flight crew mental health is an important facet of operational safety 

MedAire Expands MidEast Bizav Security, Health Services

News and issues about aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), covering all segments of the aviation industry; and modifications for aircraft and engines. Subjects include product support of aircraft, engines and avionics, MRO company mergers, acquisitions, announcements and personnel, Airworthiness Directives, Supplemental Type Certificate approvals and other topics.

Middle East business aircraft operators won't have to fly to Europe for paint

ExecuJet Signs MOU for Local Paint Services at Satys

Charles Alcock

News and developments about everything that goes into the cabin of an aircraft, from floor coverings to headliners, with a special emphasis on in-flight entertainment, communications and other electronics for passengers. If it is in the cabin of an aircraft, it’s covered here.

The specialist engineering group is expanding its portfolio for business and VIP aircraft

AMAC Offers Starlink Comms and Missile Defense Systems

News about bills, laws, regulations and other governmental decisions affecting aviation and aerospace. Topics include FAA re-authorizations, taxes on fuel and aviation activities, environmental legislation, ICAO decisions, governmental mediation of labor conflicts and World Trade Organization disputes and decisions.

News about simulators and training procedures, as well as workforce.

News and issues concerning general aviation, specifically airplanes and helicopters powered by piston and alternative engines (i.e., non-turbine powered aircraft). Subjects include aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

Addressing aviation’s mental health challenges worldwide

Speaker Session at MEBAA Focuses on Mental Health

News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

News and issues concerning the aviation charter and fractional-ownership industries and markets, including company announcements, regulations, new developments and labor issues.

Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Saudi Arabia have all made commitments to manufacturers of new electric aircraft

Gulf States Seek Early Launch of eVTOL Air Services

Kerry Lynch

Milestone 200th delivery reached in just six years

Bombardier Speeds To 200 Global 7500 Deliveries

Many private aircraft owners prefer to show off their distinct liveries

Ronaldo is Thrilled with Happy Design Studio Jet Livery

Charter flight broker is making its MEBAA Show debut

Chapman Freeborn Passenger Count Surges in Middle East

Peter Shaw-Smith

News about environmental issues relating to aircraft operations, including noise issues, emissisions, and regulations. See Fuel for biofuel.

New developments at FBOs including regulations and noise issues; legal disputes; openings, acquisitions and mergers.