Jazeera boosts Mideast ops with more flights, new destinations
Sat, 21 Mar 2026
Leading Kuwaiti low-cost carrier Jazeera Airways has announced additional capacity across its network with more flights and more destinations to reconnect people with their families and loved ones. Open for booking until April 15 from Kuwait via Qaisumah Airport, this includes over 18 destinations.
TPConnects unveils MCP Layer for AI airline retailing
Tue, 17 Mar 2026
TPConnects Technologies introduced Model Context Protocol (MCP) integration in its Astra NDC platform, providing the first AI-ready layer that removes NDC schema fragmentation and enables smooth connectivity between AI agents and airline systems.
Gulf Air extends temporary operations via Dammam until March 22
Sun, 15 Mar 2026
Bahrain's national carrier Gulf Air has announced the extension of its temporary operations via King Fahad International Airport in Dammam (DMM), with flights for booking now available to all passengers for travel until March 22 to key destinations London Heathrow (UK); Mumbai (India) and Bangkok (Thailand).
Jazeera Airways discusses resumption of Kuwait–Colombo operations
Sat, 14 Mar 2026
The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka held a high-level discussion with senior representatives of Jazeera Airways, Kuwait’s leading low-cost carrier, regarding the potential resumption of air services between Kuwait City and Colombo, with possible onward connectivity to India.
Global airline accident rate improves in 2025: IATA report
Tue, 10 Mar 2026
The International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) 2025 Safety Report showed solid aviation safety performance, with the all-accident rate improving to 1.32 per million flights from 1.42 in 2024, slightly above the 2021–2025 average of 1.27.
Emirates hopes to return to 100% of network within days
Fri, 06 Mar 2026
Dubai-based Emirates airline has said it anticipated a return to 100% of its network within the coming days, subject to airspace availability, while Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways said it has restarted a limited commercial flight schedule on Friday (March 6).
Emirates, Flydubai resume ops with reduced schedule
Thu, 05 Mar 2026
Dubai-based Emirates and flydubai have said with the limited re‑opening of airspace, the airlines are operating a reduced flight schedule from Dubai until further notice.
Etihad posts solid growth in January; passenger numbers up 29pc
Fri, 13 Feb 2026
UAE's national carrier Etihad Airways has reported a 29% rise in passenger traffic in January, extending the growth momentum that followed a record 2025. The passenger load factor hit 89.9% for the month, up from 89.1% a year earlier when 1.7 million guests flew with Etihad..
AirX secures Saudi licence for private charter operations
Thu, 12 Feb 2026
The General Authority for Civil Aviation (GACA) has granted AirX Charter the licence to operate private charter flights within Saudi Arabia after the company met all regulatory standards and aviation safety requirements. With this GACA nod, AirX will be able to launch operations to all airports in the kingdom.
Air India Express offers 5m seats in big sale
Sun, 01 Feb 2026
Air India Express has announced the launch of its ‘Xpress More Sale’ offering travellers discounts of up to 20% on domestic and international flights for travel through the end of 2026. These special fares are available for booking until February 5 with nearly five million seats up for grabs.
Gulf Air records strong performance in November
Wed, 31 Dec 2025
Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, recorded strong operational performance during November, reflecting sustained strength across its network.
Gulf Air integrates MedAire medical support to boost in-flight safety
Sat, 20 Dec 2025
Bahrain's national carrier Gulf Air is expanding its partnership with MedAire, an international SOS company and leader in travel health and aviation security solutions, to further strengthen passenger and crew safety and wellbeing.
Riyadh Air names Khimji’s Travel & Tourism as Omani partner
Thu, 18 Dec 2025
Saudi Arabia’s national carrier Riyadh Air has officially appointed Khimji’s Travel & Tourism, a key unit of Khimji Ramdas Group, one of the reputed business houses in Oman, as its exclusive distribution and sales partner in the sultanate.
Air Arabia launches daily flights to Munich from Sharjah
Mon, 15 Dec 2025
Air Arabia, a leading low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa has announced the official launch of its daily non-stop flights to Munich from its hub in Sharjah, thus marking the airline’s first German destination served directly from UAE.
$1.2bn airline funds blocked, mostly in Africa & Middle East: IATA
Wed, 10 Dec 2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that $1.2 billion in airline funds are blocked from repatriation by governments as of the end of October 2025.
Airline profitability stabilises with 3.9pc net margin expected in 2026: IATA
Wed, 10 Dec 2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) latest outlook projects global airlines to earn $41 billion in net profit in 2026, up from $39.5 billion in 2025. Despite the record profit, the net margin remains 3.9%, with net profit per passenger at $7.90, unchanged from 2025.
Kuwait low-cost carrier Jazeera celebrates 20 years of flying
Mon, 08 Dec 2025
Kuwait’s leading low-cost carrier Jazeera Airways celebrated its 20th anniversary with an exclusive partner recognition event. Today, it operates a fleet of 23 Airbus aircraft and serves 70 destinations across the Middle East, Central and South Asia, Europe, and Africa.
flydubai signs a landmark deal for 150 Airbus A321neos
Tue, 18 Nov 2025
The Dubai-based carrier, flydubai, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Airbus for 150 A321neo aircraft, making the airline a new Airbus customer.
flydubai marks major milestone in digital transformation
Sat, 15 Nov 2025
Leading low-cost carrier flydubai has achieved a major milestone in its digital transformation journey with the successful rollout of its state-of-the-art co-located data centre. The new platform manages key parts of the carrier’s day-to-day operations such as bookings, ticketing, and check-in.
Etihad 9-month profit soars to record $463m
Fri, 14 Nov 2025
Etihad Airways has continued its record-setting performance, achieving its strongest nine-month results. Profit after tax reached AED 1.7 billion ($463 million), up 26 per cent compared to the same period last year, lifting the airline’s profit margin to 8 per cent, compared to 7 per cent for the same period last year.
Air Arabia posts record Q3 net profit of $178.6m, up 16%
Wed, 12 Nov 2025
Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa's first and largest budget carrier operator, has announced record financial and operational results for the third quarter and first nine months of 2025.