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MENA Newswire News Desk: Air Arabia, the largest low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa, has announced the resumption of direct flights between Ras Al Khaimah and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The service is set to begin on December
MENA Newswire News Desk: The International Air Transport Association (IATA), in collaboration with major aerospace companies including Airbus, Embraer, and Rolls-Royce, has introduced five fundamental principles governing the access and use of Aircraft Operational Data (AOD). These principles are designed
MENA Newswire News Desk: Abu Dhabi Airports has announced the early reopening of the Northern Runway (13L/31R) at Zayed International Airport, following a successful rehabilitation project. The runway is now fully operational for both arrivals and departures, marking a significant
MENA Newswire News Desk: UAE airports experienced a 14.2% year-on-year increase in passenger traffic during the first half of 2024, according to data from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE). The country’s airports collectively handled over 71.7 million passengers, compared
MENA Newswire News Desk: A Scandinavian Airlines flight was forced to make an emergency landing in Copenhagen Airport after a passenger discovered a live mouse in her in-flight meal. The plane, en route from Oslo, Norway, to Malaga, Spain, was
MENA Newswire News Desk: flydubai and SriLankan Airlines have announced a new interline agreement, effective immediately, aimed at expanding travel options between the UAE, Sri Lanka, and several key international destinations. This agreement will offer passengers increased connectivity across both airlines’ networks, enhancing their reach
In a remarkable recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, Tokyo welcomed a record-breaking 19.54 million international tourists in 2023, a sharp increase from previous years, as reported by the Tokyo metropolitan government. This surge represents a 28.7% increase compared to the 15.18 million visitors recorded
Private jet flights have declined by 15% during the first half of the year, falling from their peak in 2022, signaling a significant downturn in the industry’s demand. This waning interest contrasts sharply with the surge in travel seen during
Delta Air Lines is grappling with unprecedented flight cancellations as it struggles to recover from a major IT outage linked to Microsoft that began on Friday. The Atlanta-based airline has canceled over 4,600 flights from Friday through Sunday, surpassing any other carrier, and
Ryanair shares plunged 14% on Monday after the budget airline reported a significant 46% drop in quarterly profit, attributing the decline to weaker-than-expected fares. The airline also warned of lower fare expectations in the upcoming months, adding to investor concerns. By