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Malaysia Airlines and Japan Airlines deepen joint venture

Malaysia Airlines and Japan Airlines are expanding their codeshare operations following Malaysia Airlines' recent announcement to launch new direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo, Haneda beginning on 14 August 2022.

Aer Lingus signs deal for two next gen aircraft

Aer Lingus has signed a deal for two next generation A320neo short-haul aircraft which will operate between London Heathrow and Dublin from July this year.

Wizz Air introduces new routes to Saudi Arabia from Europe & UAE

Wizz Air is launching new routes from Dammam, Saudi Arabia, to Rome, Vienna and Abu Dhabi.

Etihad Airways celebrates return to Heathrow T4

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has celebrated its first flight from London Heathrow’s Terminal 4 with premium guests enjoying the refurbished Etihad Lounge.

Dubai Airport prepares to welcome 2.4m passengers over 11 days

Dubai Airports has issued a passenger advisory alerting travellers about Dubai International (DXB) getting exceptionally busy over the next two weeks as a result of schools breaking for summer and the Eid Al Adha holidays.

Qantas announces a AU$5,000 bonus for staff

Around 19,000 EBA-covered Qantas Group employees will be offered a one-off boost of AU$5,000 as the national carrier shares the benefits of its recovery.

Emirates takes off to Tel Aviv

Emirates has taken off to Tel Aviv, marking the airline’s first passenger flight to Israel. Emirates flight EK931 departed with 335 passengers, including a VIP delegation and Israeli media onboard at 1220hrs local time.

flydubai prepares for a record-breaking summer

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, is preparing for a record-breaking summer, building on the momentum from the tremendous performance in the first quarter of 2022 and the surge in demand for travel. The carrier is gearing up to welcome three million passengers over the busiest summer in the airline’s history.

Royal Jordanian awarded Airline Market Leader award by Air Transport World

Aviation Week Network’s Air Transport World (ATW) is the leading media brand serving the information needs of the global airline and commercial air transport communities.

Etihad Airways expands fast self-service bag drop facilities as travel demand surges

As travellers begin flying for the summer holidays, Etihad Airways is expanding its quick self-service bag drop facilities at Abu Dhabi International Airport. The service provides a faster check-in experience and can accommodate a greater number of guests who will then be able to skip the queues.

                 

Emirates welcomes Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz at its latest A380

Olaf Scholz, Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany, visited the latest Emirates A380 as part of the official opening tour of ILA Berlin 2022. He was welcomed by Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline and Adnan Kazim, Chief Commercial Officer, Emirates Airline as well as Volker Greiner, Emirates Vice President North & Central Europe.

Airbus completes helicopter flight powered by SAF

An Airbus H225 has performed the first ever helicopter flight with 100% sustainable aviation fuel. Tests are expected to continue on other types of helicopters with a view to reaching 100% SAF by 2030.