Middleeast News

Qatar Airways continues commitment to Scandinavia - 2011-10-10

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 02:40:20

Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker has reinforced the strategic importance of the airline's ongoing expansion in Scandinavia following its latest route launch to Oslo. The October 5 start-up of scheduled flights to Norway's capital city complements the airline's existing services to Stockholm and Copenhagen with the Gulf carrier now flying to three key points in Northern Europe.

RAK Airways celebrates its first anniversary with special fare promotion - 2011-10-10

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 02:17:59

RAK Airways is celebrating the first anniversary of its re-launch on 10.10.11 with a special seat sale promotion. A limited number of tickets to all RAK Airways destinations will be on offer on Monday October 10th to mark RAK Airways 1st anniversary on 10.10.11.

Qatar Airways Cargo announces four new dedicated freighter destinations - 2011-10-10

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 02:16:34

Qatar Airways' cargo division has announced it will begin scheduled dedicated freighter services to three North American destinations - Atlanta, Houston and Toronto. The new North American services will be operated with Qatar Airways' Boeing 777 freighters and will fly from the airline's hub in Doha via Luxembourg.

Gulf Air unveils new commercial initiatives - 2011-10-05

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 02:42:03

Bahrain’s national carrier Gulf Air today reaffirmed its longstanding relationship with the State of Kuwait, unveiling a series of commercial initiatives tailored to the Kuwaiti market. The airline announced the launch of an additional daily flight between Bahrain and Kuwait and a 50% discount for Falcon Gold travellers on flights to select Europe, Middle East and GCC destinations, in addition to a tailored family fare package.

Jazeera Airways launches its largest sale of the year to 14 destinations in Middle East and ...

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 02:38:30

Jazeera Airways launched one of its biggest sales of the year, the Mega Sale offering travellers one-way low fares from Kuwait inclusive of taxes, charges, meals and 40 kilograms baggage allowance to 14 destinations in the Middle East and Turkey.

Etihad launches special promotion fares for members of government travel programme - 2011-10-05

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 02:36:57

Etihad Airways has launched exciting new deals for members of the recently launched Abu Dhabi Government Employee Travel Programme, offering return Coral Economy and Pearl Business class air fares at up to 40% off regular prices. The offer is available until October 16, and travel must be completed by November 30.

Emirates announces daily Air Service From DFW to Dubai - 2011-09-29

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 03:35:17

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) International Airport today announced that Emirates will launch nonstop daily service between DFW and Dubai (DXB) International Airport starting on February 2, 2012. Emirates, the largest air carrier in the Middle East, will serve the route with Boeing 777-200LR aircraft equipped with 266 seats. The announcement marks DFW’s first nonstop flight to the Middle East, a key strategic goal for the Airport.

Gulf Air signs 'Falcon Flyer' Frequent Flyer deal with Bahrain Credit - 2011-09-29

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 03:34:24

Gulf Air, the National carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, recently signed an agreement with Bahrain Credit, whereby Gulf Air passengers enrolled in the airline's 'Falcon Flyer' Frequent Flyer Program (FFP) to earn miles every time they use "Imtiaz", Bahrain Credit's innovative credit card.

Goodrich to provide digital in-flight entertainment upgrade for Gulf Air Airbus A330 fleet - ...

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 03:39:17

Goodrich Corporation (NYSE: GR) has been selected by Bahrain's national carrier Gulf Air to provide high density video reproducer units (VRU) to upgrade the airline's Airbus A330 fleet in-flight entertainment system. Installation of the VRUs is expected to begin in the fourth quarter, 2011 and continue through 2012. The VRUs will be produced by Goodrich's Sensors and Integrated Systems team in Monterrey Park, Calif.

Flydubai and Evoke Systems score top marks in GCAA training audit - 2011-09-27

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 03:57:46

The month of June saw the UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) carry out its annual audit of Flydubai's Crew Training programme to ensure it complies with the GCAA's Civil Aviation Regulations. During the assessment, the Government auditors found Flydubai to be fully compliant and gave positive feedback on the EFOSTM system.

flydubai extends its reach in Russia - 2011-09-27

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 03:51:51

flydubai, Dubai’s pioneering low cost airline, has doubled its network in Russia to four points with the addition of flights to Kazan and Ufa.flydubai’s inaugural flight to Kazan, the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan and the second largest city of the Volga economic region, touched down on Wednesday 21st September at 1510hrs. flydubai’s CEO Ghaith Al Ghaith travelled on the inaugural flight and was welcomed at the Kremlin by Tatarstan’s President, Rustam Minnikhanov.

Gulf Air reaffirms long-term commitment to Saudi Arabia and unveils new commercial initiatives ...

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 03:51:37

Bahrain's national carrier Gulf Air marked its successful 61 years of service to Saudi Arabia reinforcing its longstanding relationship with the Kingdom and reaffirming its long-term commitment to its largest market outside Bahrain. On the occasion, the airline also unveiled a series of commercial initiatives tailored to the Saudi market.

Abu Dhabi International Airport welcomes Czech Airlines first flight - 2011-09-23

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 03:49:39

Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) and Czech Airlines in cooperation with Etihad Airways today launched the airline's operations from Abu Dhabi International Airport in a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by senior members from ADAC, Czech Airlines, and Etihad Airways.

Air Arabia introduces flights to Yanbu in Saudi Arabia - 2011-09-06

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 01:27:28

Air Arabia, one of the largest low-cost carriers (LCC) in the Middle East and North Africa, announced the introduction of a new flight destination in Saudi Arabia, from the carrier's primary hub in Sharjah, UAE.

Emirates SkyCargo takes delivery of Boeing 777 Freighter - 2011-08-30

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 03:32:29

Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates Airline, has taken delivery of its third Boeing 777 Freighter, the most modern, technologically advanced large freighter available. It joins Emirates’ expanding fleet of Boeing 777s, serving an ever-growing demand from a global cargo market.

Jazeera Airways to introduce new on-board meals every month - 2011-08-30

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 03:18:43

While most airlines change their on-board meal selections twice a year in line with their schedule changes, award-winning Jazeera Airways announced today that it is introducing a new on-board meal selection every month for both Business Class travelers and Economy Class travelers starting September 1. The airline said the new food selections will always include a vegetarian option for its vegetarian travelers.

Flydubai's fleet continues to grow as 19th aircraft goes into service - 2011-08-29

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 03:53:46

Flydubai, Dubai's pioneering airline, has received its eighth aircraft of 2011, bringing its total to 19 overall. The latest Boeing 737-800 NG fleet addition arrived on schedule from the Boeing factory in Seattle and has gone straight into service across the airline's 38 operational destinations.

Jazeera Airways launches online gift vouchers - 2011-08-29

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 03:52:14

Jazeera Airways has launched new gift vouchers service, with the launch of this service, Jazeera Airways became the only airline in the Middle East to provide gift vouchers online. Benefits of purchasing an online voucher include email delivery of the voucher and the ability to directly redeem the voucher through Jazeera Airways call center and desks.

Emirates goes daily to Narita - 2011-08-26

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 03:52:39

Emirates, one of the fastest growing international airlines, announced an increased commitment to Japan with the introduction of two extra flights a week, ensuring a daily, non-stop service between Dubai and Narita International Airport from 1st November.

Gulf Air launches services to three new destinations- Rome, Entebbe and Juba - 2011-08-26

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 03:50:57

Bahrain’s national carrier Gulf Air, today announced the launch of services to three more new destinations - Rome, the Italian capital, Entebbe, the hub of Uganda’s commercial sector and Juba, the capital of newly independent country, South Sudan.