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Regulations and Government

KIAL Kuwait Takes Third HEMS Bell 429

Bell announced the sale of a Bell 429 to Kuwait International Aircraft Leasing for use by the Ministry of Health.
Aircraft

Pilatus Launches Smart PC-7 Basic Trainer

The PC-7 MKX is offered as a low-cost trainer that is optimized for training students destined for today’s modern cockpits.
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Aircraft

CAE To Add Global 6500 Sim to Dubai Training Center

In a “first outside the Americas,” the Bombardier Global 6500 FFS is headed to the Middle East, CAE said at the Dubai Airshow.
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Maintenance and Modifications

SAEI and Thales Sign MRO Agreement

Saudi company SAEI is seeking to enhance its MRO offer by working with Thales specialists.
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Engines

Middle East Carriers Now Have Local Option For APU Maintenance

Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries has been appointed an authorized service center for Honeywell's 131-9 auxiliary power units for 737 NGs and A320s.
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Aircraft

EASA Certification for CityAirbus NextGen Expected in 2025

Airbus says public acceptance will be key to the future of urban air mobility and eVTOL aircraft like its CityAirbus NextGen.
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Airlines

Flyadeal Signs for GE's TrueChoice Engine Overhaul Coverage

Low-cost carrier Flyadeal will have CFM56-5B engines for its A320 fleet overhauled by Caerdav under a TrueChoice support agreement with GE Aviation.
Aircraft

Embraer Lengthens Maintenance Intervals for Business Jets

Lineage and Legacy operators will benefit from improved aircraft availability and reduced maintenance costs based on analysis of in-service performance.
Aircraft

UAE's Saab GlobalEye a Feast for the Eyes

Also known as the Swing-Role Surveillance System, the Saab GlobalEye serves as an operational asset of the UAE Air Force.
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Aircraft

Sustainability Forum Highlights Decarb Progress

Boeing, Airbus, Rolls-Royce, and Etihad report in Dubai on progress toward reaching Net Zero by 2050.
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Airlines

ALC Buying A350Fs as Part of Massive Order

An order from lessor Air Lease Corporation includes the first for A350 freighters following the type’s launch in the summer.
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Airlines

Sheikh Ahmed Continues Building Emirates

The charismatic Sheikh is no nearer to retirement at the age of 62, having led Emirates for 36 years.
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Aircraft

Cirrus Aircraft Opens Arizona, Texas Facilities

Cirrus Aircraft held a grand opening of its Aircraft Innovation Centers in Chandler, Arizona, and McKinney, Texas.
Rotorcraft

UAE's Tawazun Bolsters VRT500 Helicopter Program

Tawazun takes 50 percent stake in VRT500 helicopter program, orders 100 aircraft.
Airports

California Airport Completes Runway Rehab

California’s San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport has just completed major rehabilitation project on its main runway and taxiway connectors.
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Rotorcraft

Helicopter OEMs Offer GI Bill Training, Scholarships

Bell and MD Helicopters recently announced financial assistance for rotorcraft students.
Rotorcraft

Bell Delivers 400th Model 429 Light Twin

Bell marks 400th Model 429 with delivery to Canadian Coast Guard.
Aircraft

Comlux Sees Middle East as Ideal ACJ220 Market

The ACJ TwoTwenty's cabin size, fuel consumption, maintenance, and operating dynamics will likely attract interest in the Mideast, says Comlux.
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Airports

Jetex Awaits Expo 2020 and FIFA World Cup 2022 Dividends

CEO Adel Mardini forecasts 3,000 additional Expo-related flights
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Aircraft

Boeing-Ethiopian Partnership Ready to Bear Fruit

An August MOU calling for the establishment of an African aviation hub appears likely to yield more supply business for Ethiopian Airlines.
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Aircraft

Secure Management of Kabul Airport Remains Open Question

Qatar and Turkey appear to be offering technical assistance, but international flights remain scarce
Aircraft

Dubai South To See Record Bizav Movements in 2021

Bizjet values have increased in the course of the year
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Engines

GE Completes Its 1,000th Engine Foam Wash

As 360 Foam Wash engine-cleaning washes accumulate and customer numbers grow, the sustainability benefits of GE’s product increase.
Aircraft

Armed Orion-E MALE UCAV Debuts in Dubai

Russia’s Kronshtadt is showing an armed, satcom-equipped version of the Orion-E MALE UCAV for the first time outside Russia.
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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Russia's Night Hunter Prowls Abroad

The Mi-28NE attack helicopter from Russian Helicopters is making its international debut at the Dubai Airshow.
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Avionics

Nir-Or Shows Next-gen Large Area Displays in Dubai

Nir-Or is showing its new glass cockpit displays developed for the Israeli Air Force at the Dubai Airshow.
Charter & Fractional

UAE’s Empire Aviation To Represent Gulfstream in India

Prior to its new relationship with Gulfstream, Empire offered business aviation services in India and the UAE since opening in 2007.
Aircraft

Uganda Airlines Makes Dubai Debut

Reformed East African airline Uganda Airlines has resumed long-haul international routes after a 20-year hiatus, with Dubai its first destination.
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Safety

L3Harris Analytics Maximize Connected Aircraft Capabilities

The SRVIVR25 series voice and flight data recorders by L3Harris bring safety benefits to aircraft operators.
Aircraft

Sim Maker Euramec Launches Military Expansion in Dubai

Building on commercial market success, Euramec will bring flight and mission training solutions to military customers.