January 15th, 2022 5:14 PM 0 COMMENTS

Two India-Bound Emirates Flights Nearly Collide at Dubai Airport Runway, Probes Ordered

In a bizarre incident, two India-bound Emirates flights at Dubai airport that were scheduled for the take-off in a gap of five minutes entered a near-collision situation. After rejecting the take-off immediately, the air traffic controller managed to avert the accident, saving hundreds of lives on board. The flights involved in the incident were Emirates EK-524 from Dubai-Hyderabad and Emirates EK-568 from Dubai-Bengaluru. Both flights are jets. A person aware... Read More

September 10th, 2020 12:35 PM 0 COMMENTS

Dubai Airport Goes Green, Installs 15,000 Solar Panels

As a part of green initiative, the Dubai International Airport has installed 15,000 solar panels at Terminal 2. The system will generate 7,843,500 kWh of energy per year and also reduce annual CO2 emissions at Terminal 2 by 3,243 metric tonnes. Cost-wise, the installation will save Dh 3.3 million annually in terms of electric bills.   The reduction of annual carbon dioxide emissions by 3,243 metric tonnes is equivalent to... Read More

Delhi’s IGI Airport Displaces Dubai to Be the World’s Second Busiest in March

The COVID-19 pandemic has been in existence for two years, but it remains to have an impact on aviation trends and statistics. The list of the world's busiest airports, for example, has undergone major revision in recent years. New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, has surpassed Dubai to become the world's second-busiest airport. Based on the number of seats booked to and from the airport, Delhi's IGI Airport (DEL) has... Read More

July 16th, 2020 5:59 AM 0 COMMENTS

First International Flight from Madhya Pradesh AI 903 Takes Off from Indore Airport to Dubai

The global aviation journey of Madhya Pradesh started from Monday when the first international flight from Indore’s Devi Ahilybai Holkar International Airport took off to Dubai. Air India flight AI903 took wings from the airport with 159 passengers onboard. It flewI from Indore at 4.5 pm and landed in Dubai at 8 pm. There was a traditional inaugural function, where the passengers were given farewell in Malwi tradition and bouquets.... Read More

November 11th, 2022 1:21 AM 0 COMMENTS

dnata’s Airport Operations Remains the Largest Contributor to Revenue with AED 3.5 Billion

Dubai National Air Travel Agency (dnata) is an Emirati airport services provider which provides aircraft ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services across five continents announces record half-year performance for 2022-2023 In the first half of 2022-23, dnata grew its footprint with new long-term concession contracts to provide services. It invested US$ 17 million into its operations in Erbil, Iraq, including an advanced cool chain facility, bus maintenance facility,... Read More

October 28th, 2022 1:09 PM 0 COMMENTS

Delhi Airport Is Now the World’s Tenth Busiest Airport: Report

Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi emerged as the world's 10th busiest airport in October, improving its ranking from the pre-pandemic period. In its report, aviation analytics firm OAG stated that the Delhi airport has improved from 14th place in October 2019, prior to the pandemic. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport was the busiest in the world in October 2022. The OAG rankings are based on scheduled airline capacity in... Read More

October 26th, 2022 9:36 PM 0 COMMENTS

Airports in India Are Evolving into Aviation Hubs

India has always desired to become a major aviation hub. Now that domestic airlines and airports are cooperating, this ideal is slowly but surely coming true. A hub airport serves as a connecting point for air travellers to reach their destination. An individual travelling on Emirates from India might arrive in Dubai (a hub) and then board another Emirates flight to London. Similar to this, an Indian traveller flying from... Read More

September 22nd, 2022 6:04 PM 0 COMMENTS

Fly Emirates to Dubai and Enjoy Free Tickets to the Museum of the Future

As travel is opening up, Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has launched an exciting new offer for holidaymakers planning a trip to Dubai. All passengers flying Emirates can now enjoy a complimentary ticket to the Museum of the Future - one of the city’s most famous landmarks. Read to know the full details of the offer. Emirates is Offering a Complimentary ticket to The Museum of the Future: Already live,... Read More

September 5th, 2022 10:38 AM 0 COMMENTS

Air India Express to Fly Direct Between Kannur and Dubai

Launched in April 2005, Air India India Express, India's first international budget carrier, offers connectivity to the Middle East and Southeast Asia. The airline offers cost-effective and reliable flight services and carries millions of guests each year. As part of the Winter Schedule 2022, the airline opened bookings on most travelled routes at lucrative pricing. The airline now introduced a new sector, and passengers from Kannur will have a reason... Read More

August 22nd, 2022 4:22 AM 0 COMMENTS

AAI Green Initiatives: Airports in India Getting Upgraded With Solar Power Plants

A few months back, in our routine self-awareness activity, we gained a lot of insights when we explored sustainable energy sources in different countries, their climate and other challenges. Although it has nothing to do with aviation, the current story of AAI Green Initiatives is related to green and clean energy sources. Thanks to its Geography and Climate, India has that advantage in generating and utilising Solar Power. We are... Read More

August 1st, 2022 5:44 PM 0 COMMENTS

Emirates Restarts Flights to London Stansted Airport With a Daily Service

Emirates has resumed passenger services to London Stansted (STN), serving its third London gateway with a daily flight. The airline has increased the capacity from five-weekly services to a daily flight, starting today. New Services to Meet the Increasing Demand: With the return of services to Stansted, Emirates has ramped up its operations to London with nine daily flights, including six daily flights to Heathrow and a double daily flight... Read More

July 31st, 2022 12:34 AM 0 COMMENTS

Emirates to Fly Second Daily Flight Between Dubai and Tel Aviv Starting 30 October 2022

Emirates has announced plans to boost connectivity and increase travel options for customers flying between Dubai and Tel Aviv with a second daily flight, starting 30 October 2022. The additional morning frequency is in response to the high demand for travel to/from Israel, and builds on the success of Emirates’ existing operation, as the airline reaffirms its commitment to growing its presence in the country. Second Daily Flight: EK 933/EK... Read More

July 26th, 2022 11:19 AM 0 COMMENTS

Emirates Flight Catering Opens World’s Largest Vertical Farm in Dubai: Bustanica

Bustanica, meaning your garden or orchard in Arabic, has opened the doors to the world’s largest hydroponic farm, backed by an investment of US$40m. The facility is the first vertical farm for Emirates Crop One (ECO1), the joint venture between Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC), one of the world’s largest catering operations serving more than 100 airlines, and Crop One, an industry leader in technology-driven indoor vertical farming. Location and Yield:... Read More

April 12th, 2022 2:07 PM 0 COMMENTS

Two Biman Bangladesh Airlines Planes Grounded After Clashing in Dhaka Airport Hangar

After a hangar collision in Dhaka, Biman Bangladesh Airlines has grounded two planes. A Boeing 777-300ER and a Boeing 737-800 were involved in the disaster, which happened on Sunday.  The collision happened when the Boeing 737, which had just completed its routine maintenance, was being dragged into a hangar where the Boeing 777 was being serviced. According to reports, the tail of the Boeing 737 collided with the nose of... Read More

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