Middle East – Page 3
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NewsIsrair Group halts Smartwings acquisition talks with Chinese shareholder
Israir Group’s efforts to take control of Czech carrier Smartwings have encountered difficulties after the Israeli operator stopped negotiations with the Chinese shareholder.
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NewsJoby and Skyports net exclusive deals for Dubai eVTOL operations
Joby Aviation and Skyports Infrastructure have joined forces to launch air taxi passenger services in Dubai as early as 2025 through exclusive deals with the emirate’s transport authority.
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AnalysisRiyadh advances on Vision 2030 target, but equipment deals remain elusive
Saudi Arabia’s World Defense Show provided a fresh insight into the nation’s ambitious Vision 2030 activity, and highlighted the desire of industry from around the globe to support the effort.
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In depthWhich unmanned systems starred at Riyadh’s World Defense Show?
Staged near Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from 4-8 February, the second World Defense Show attracted exhibitors from around the globe keen to support the nation’s Vision 2030 goal of boosting its local defence industry’s manufacturing capability by the end of this decade. In addition to its daily flying display attractions and ...
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InterviewNew EDGE chief executive Al Marar ready to drive international growth
United Arab Emirates defence house EDGE attended the second World Defense Show (WDS) near Riyadh in early February with a broad range of products – and a freshly-arrived new chief executive.
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NewsChallenge Group acquires 747-400F to expand Israeli division’s cargo fleet
Logistics specialist Challenge Group’s Israeli division has expanded its fleet with a Boeing 747-400 freighter. The 747-400F had previously been in cargo operation with El Al before being transferred to Air Atlanta Icelandic. Powered by Pratt & Whitney PW4000 engines the freighter (4X-ICK) was originally delivered to Singapore Airlines Cargo ...
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NewsPentagon downplays vulnerability of US bases to drone attack
The US Department of Defense says its air defences in the Middle East have been “mostly successful” in more than 160 engagements similar to the recent attack in Jordan that killed three US Army troops.
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NewsEmbraer showcases C-390 transport in Saudi Arabia
Embraer is displaying its C-390 tactical transport and A-29 Super Tucano at the World Defense Show (WDS) near Riyadh, as the Brazilian airframer eyes potential sales opportunities in Saudi Arabia.
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NewsYield pressure from Gulf carriers drives down Jazeera full-year profit
Kuwaiti carrier Jazeera Airways’ full-year net profit fell by nearly 70% to KD6.2 million ($20.1 million), as it experienced a substantial decline in yield. Jazeera Airways’ revenues to the end of 2023 reached KD198 million – a rise of 8.8%. But the budget airline says a “sudden and large influx ...
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NewsBoeing discloses customer interest in restarting C-17 production
Almost half a decade after it delivered its last new-build C-17, Boeing still receives enquiries about potentially reviving production of the strategic transport, a senior company official says.
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NewsSaudi Arabia discussing potential F-15EX buy, Boeing says
Boeing’s defence unit aims to build on its decades-long relationship with Saudi Arabia, and sees “some very significant military deals on the table”.
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NewsPentagon releases photos of intercontinental B-1B combat mission
An unspecified number of Boeing B-1B long-range bombers flew an intercontinental combat mission from Dyess AFB in Texas to strike targets in Syria and Iraq on 2 February, as the USA began a retaliatory air campaign against militant groups involved in the deaths of three US Army personnel in Jordan.
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NewsUS bombers strike targets in Iraq and Syria
American aircraft, including long-range bombers flying from US territory, struck over 85 targets across Iraq and Syria as Washington began a retaliatory campaign against Iran-affiliated militia groups responsible for the recent deaths of three US soldiers.
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NewsAir Serbia resumes codeshare with former stakeholder Etihad
Air Serbia and Etihad Airways have announced the restoration of a codeshare partnership, two months after the latter ended its equity involvement in the Belgrade-based carrier.
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NewsIran-linked UAV reportedly struck US base by approaching behind friendly aircraft
Unconfirmed reports suggest an Iranian-backed militia group was able to strike a US base in Jordan by flying an uncrewed aerial vehicle behind an American aircraft preparing to land at the site.
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NewsEmirates’ Clark warns that SAF mandates have gone too far
The president of Emirates Airline says governments have gone “too far” in terms of mandating the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), which could end up costing passengers.
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NewsOman Air drops several Asian routes as part of network restructuring
Middle Eastern carrier Oman Air is restructuring its network as part of a broad re-organisation of the airline’s operations.
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NewsIsrael’s El Al prepares to suspend flights to Johannesburg
Israeli flag-carrier El Al is to suspend services to Johannesburg, citing a reduction in traffic in the months since the Gaza conflict began.
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NewsletterWhat does Red Sea shipping crisis mean for air cargo?
When discussing the air cargo sector’s fortunes in recent months, the advice for anyone of a nervous disposition was often to “look away now”.
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NewsUAE orders 200 unmanned helicopters from EDGE
United Arab Emirates defence producer EDGE has secured an order for 200 unmanned helicopters from the UAE defence ministry.