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Emirates Adds Third Daily Dubai–Melbourne Flight in March 2025

Emirates (UAE) has announced the launch of a third daily non-stop flight connecting Dubai and Melbourne, set to begin on March 30, 2025. This additional service will be operated using the airline’s newly retrofitted four-class Boeing 777-300ER, offering passengers enhanced comfort and more travel options.

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Emirates Hints at Expanding A350 Order Amid Boeing Delays

Emirates (UAE) has suggested the possibility of increasing its current order of 65 Airbus A350 aircraft, signaling a strategic shift in fleet planning as the airline navigates delivery delays for its ordered Boeing 777X and B787 models. This move highlights Emirates’ focus on maintaining capacity growth and operational resilience.

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Doric Nimrod Air Two Completes A380 Sale to Emirates for $39.6M

Doric Nimrod Air Two, based in the UK, has announced the successful sale of an Airbus A380 aircraft, serial 109, to Emirates for a total of US$39.6 million. The transaction marks the completion of the lease period for this specific A380, with the title transfer successfully finalized. This deal represents a significant milestone in Doric Nimrod’s portfolio management, as the proceeds from…

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Emirates Reports 5% Revenue Growth to $16.9B in 1H 2024

Emirates, the UAE’s flagship carrier, reported strong financial results for the first half of 2024, with revenue up by 5%to $16.9 billion. The airline achieved a profit after tax of $2.4 billion, underscoring its robust financial health amid a competitive global aviation environment.

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Doric Nimrod Air Two Completes Sale of Three A380s, Plans More Sales

Doric Nimrod Air Two, a UK-based aircraft leasing fund, has announced the successful sale of three Airbus A380aircraft, specifically serial numbers 105, 106, and 107. The proceeds from these sales will be distributed to the fund’s shareholders, aligning with Doric Nimrod’s strategic plan to gradually monetize its A380 assets as market conditions evolve. This sale highlights the fund’s commitment…

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IAI’s B777-300ERSF Prototype Arrives in U.S. for Final FAA Flight Tests

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has reached a significant milestone in its B777-300ERSF cargo conversion program, as the prototype aircraft (serial 32789) arrives in the United States to undergo final flight tests with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).