Aviation

UAE aviation sector sees 10 percent growth in passenger traffic to 147.8 million in 2024

In 2024, the country welcomed 41.6 million inbound passengers, while 41.7 million departed

Saudi Arabia opens domestic private aviation market to international operators

New policy will come into effect on May 1, 2025, allowing foreign charter operators to apply for permission to operate domestic flights

Abu Dhabi Airports welcomes record-breaking 29.4 million passengers in 2024

Abu Dhabi Airports saw a 10 percent increase in aircraft movements, from 226,362 in 2023 to 249,747 in 2024

‘The future is here’: Record-breaking Dubai Airshow returns this November with major aerospace advancements

The 19th rebranded edition will be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Global air traffic rises 10.4 percent as demand surges to record high in 2024

Middle Eastern airlines saw a 9.4 percent air traffic rise in 2024

DXB welcomes record 92.3 million guests in 2024, celebrating decade as world’s busiest international airport

Over the past decade, the airport has welcomed more than 700 million guests on over 3.3 million flights

Plaza Premium Group becomes first IATA strategic partner in accessibility

This partnership aims to enhance inclusive travel standards and showcases innovative solutions for passenger services

GCV Next-Gen: WEF’s groundbreaking AR platform for global collaboration

Chieh Huang on how the new platform drives actionable insights for a sustainable future

Emirati students headed to NASA space camp as Arab Health marks 50th anniversary

The scholarship offers students immersive space and science learning opportunities

SpaceX Starship test flight explosion: U.S. FAA requires mishap investigation

The spacecraft experienced a "rapid unscheduled disassembly" shortly after liftoff

Green hydrogen to play major role in sustainable aviation fuel, says Boeing META President

Aviation industry has committed to introducing this biofuel to achieve global sustainability goals

Top 10 busiest international flight routes in the world in 2024

The busiest international flight route in 2024 was Hong Kong (HKG) to Taipei (TPE) with 6.8 million seats