Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has reported strong operational results for October 2024, carrying 1.6 million passengers. The airline also achieved a Passenger Load Factor (PLF) increase of 1.0 percentage point, reaching 87% for the month.
Etihad Airways, based in the UAE, is enhancing its fleet with a leased Airbus A330-200 from Wamos Air (Spain) beginning in December 2024. This aircraft will initially serve routes from Abu Dhabi to Manila, Rome, and Milan, providing additional capacity to meet growing travel demand on these popular routes. The A330-200, known for its range and passenger comfort, is expected to support Etihad’s expansion efforts and…
Air Arabia, the UAE-based low-cost carrier, has announced plans to resume its Sharjah – Yanbu route starting November 28, 2024. The route will be serviced by the airline’s Airbus A320 fleet, which is well-suited for the relatively short journey between the UAE and Saudi Arabia. This resumption comes in response to rising demand for travel between the two cities, particularly…
Etihad Airways, based in the United Arab Emirates, has reported a substantial profit of $368 million for the first nine months of 2024. This achievement came on the back of a 21% increase in revenue, totaling $5 billion. This strong financial performance underscores Etihad’s ongoing efforts to boost profitability and expand its market presence amid a global resurgence in air…
Air Arabia, a leading low-cost airline based in the UAE, has posted strong financial results for the third quarter of 2024, with net profit rising by 8% to $153.5 million. This growth was supported by a 10% increase in turnover, which reached $484 million. The airline’s financial performance reflects its resilience and effective management in a competitive aviation market. Additionally, Air Arabia reported…
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…
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.
Uganda Airlines has been issued a 48-hour ultimatum by MixJet Flight Support, a UAE-based fuel contractor, to settle a portion of its outstanding fuel debt. MixJet demands that Uganda Airlines pay at least $6 million of the $10 million owed; otherwise, the contractor intends to initiate legal proceedings. The ultimatum underscores the financial strain facing Uganda Airlines, which is now at risk of…
Nepal Airlines is set to expand its route network with a new triangle service linking Kathmandu, Siddharthanagar, and Dubai. Scheduled to begin on 9 November 2024, this route will connect Nepal’s two key cities with Dubai, offering travelers a direct international option with additional domestic accessibility. The triangle configuration enables passengers from both Kathmandu and…
IndiGo, India’s largest low-cost airline, has announced a new international route connecting Pune to Dubai, with the inaugural flight scheduled for 22 November 2024. This direct service will be operated by the Airbus A320neo, known for its fuel efficiency and passenger comfort. The Pune–Dubai route marks an important expansion in IndiGo’s network, providing travelers with…
