Proposed guidance on ground handling safety standards at the Isle of Man Airport aims to be "proportionate to the potential risks", the Civil Aviation Administration has said. A policy has been developed by the administration after the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) identified a need for the regulation of the service. Proposals,...
As the holy month of Ramadan begins, we extend our warmest wishes to our valued clients, partners, and the entire aviation community. May this sacred time bring you peace, prosperity, and blessings. Just as aviation connects the world, Ramadan unites hearts in faith, reflection, and generosity. May your journeys both in...
Abu Dhabi authorities announced the revamping of Sir Bani Yas Airport, located 250km southwest of the Abu Dhabi coast in Al Dhafra region, which serves as the primary gateway to the island. The runway, taxiways, and apron pavements were fully reconstructed, and the airport’s lighting systems underwent a complete revitalisation to...
Dubai's Emirates has ordered five Boeing 777F freighters and will make a decision this year on a purchase of further Boeing (BA.N), opens new tab or Airbus (AIR.PA), opens new tab models for its fleet beyond 2028/29, the airline said on Monday. The announcement confirms a Reuters report last week that Emirates had ordered current-generation 777F freighters...
Dubai-based carrier flydubai on Tuesday, February 25, announced the launch of daily flights to Antalya in Turkey, as part of its seasonal summer operations. Flights to Antalya International Airport (AYT) will operate from June 5 with a daily service from Terminal 2, Dubai International (DXB). In addition to Antalya, flydubai will...
Dominican Republic-based Arajet has signed a long-term lease agreement with BOC Aviation for five new Boeing 737-8 aircraft, further expanding its fleet as the airline accelerates its growth across the Americas. BOC announced on Feb. 24 that it has ordered the aircraft directly from Boeing and will lease them straight to Arajet. All five will...
The first flight-test HondaJet Echelon is now starting to take shape at Honda Aircraft’s manufacturing facility in Greensboro, North Carolina. It has begun assembly of the light jet’s wing structure, the company reported late yesterday. First flight of the midsize aircraft is expected next year, with service entry scheduled for 2028. Formally...
As the White House looks to cut and reform government, the U.S. aviation industry has coalesced around a desire to protect and update the National Airspace System (NAS) rather than gearing up for another potential battle over privatization. Nearly three dozen organizations across the aviation industry sent a letter yesterday to...
Bombardier is finalizing its flight-test campaign for the Global 8000 and has moved toward validation and demonstration flights, including a trip this week to Salzburg, Austria. The flight and operations validation comes as Bombardier is eyeing entry into service of the 8,000-nm aircraft, which has been tested beyond the sound barrier,...
Airbus is aiming to further increase deliveries of airliners this year, building on the 4% growth it achieved in 2024 when customers received 766 aircraft. Announcing full-year financial results on Thursday, the European aerospace company said it is targeting a further 7.3% improvement in 2025 by delivering 820 aircraft, in...
