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

Charles Alcock

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.

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.

Four of 10 Gulfstream long-range jets on order by operator have been delivered to date

Qatar Executive's G700 Choice Validated by Charter Demand

Curt Epstein

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

Faciilty expected to open in mid-2025

Gama Aviation Making Progress on New Sharjah FBO

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

Pilots, aviation post holders and engineers are in demand

Strong Gulf Bizav Growth Drives Skilled Staff Recruitment

Peter Shaw-Smith

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.

Company reported "unprecedented growth" for aircraft management services

Global Jet Expands Dubai-based Charter Flight Team

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.

Widebody aircraft predominate in the region

Middle East Is Hallowed Ground for Lufthansa Technik’s VIP Unit

Falcon Aviation Services is set to operate eVTOL air taxi services

Abu Dhabi and Archer Commit to eVTOL Manufacturing and Operations

Issues regarding financing of aircraft; aviation insurance; tax issues for aircraft operators; new companies and people in the aviation financing and insurance industries.

New aircraft deliveries in Asia and Europe also set to shrink over next five years

Honeywell Sees Dip in Bizjet Demand for Middle East and Africa

Company says increased wealth and economic growth in region is spurring infrastructure investments

UAE Prosperity Drives Fleet Growth at Empire Aviation

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

Plan calls for six new general aviation airports

Saudi Arabia Moves on New General Aviation Blueprint

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

News and developments about aviation fuel, including jet fuel, aviation gasoline, and biofuel.

News and issues relating to international air transport and cargo carriers, national airlines and regional airlines, including aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.