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UAE–UK business-jet demand estimated from first- and business-class airline capacity

Consultant René Armas Maes argues that first- and business-class seat capacity on UAE–UK airline services is a defensible proxy for business-jet charter demand, demonstrating how UK system-level absorption and pronounced seasonality patterns can be used to quantify premium travel flows between the Gulf and Britain.

2026-02-02T20:04:29.043520-08:00

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Singapore Airlines to resume four-times-weekly nonstop Singapore–Riyadh A350‑900 service from 2 June 2026

2026-02-02T00:03:46.474043-08:00

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Emirates eyes resumption of Tel Aviv flights after two-year suspension

2026-02-02T05:34:11.083869-08:00

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Oman Air grows to 33 aircraft with new Boeing 737 MAX‑8 delivery

2026-02-02T00:03:48.412490-08:00

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UAE–UK business-jet demand estimated from first- and business-class airline capacity Consultant René Armas Maes argues that first- and business-class seat capacity on UAE–UK airline services is a defensible proxy for business-jet charter demand, demonstrating how UK system-level absorption and pronounced seasonality patterns can be used to quantify premium travel flows between the Gulf and Britain.

2026-02-02T20:04:29.043520-08:00

UAE–UK business-jet demand estimated from first- and business-class airline capacity

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Lebanon seeks cabinet approval for $15M Middle East Airlines airport deal Lebanon has submitted a $15 million agreement with flag carrier Middle East Airlines to its cabinet for approval, according to ch-aviation. The deal is described as related to airport operations and awaits formal government sign-off; officials have not released further details.

2026-02-02T06:34:44.889200-08:00

Lebanon seeks cabinet approval for $15M Middle East Airlines airport deal

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Emirates eyes resumption of Tel Aviv flights after two-year suspension Emirates is preparing to resume scheduled flights to Tel Aviv after a two‑year suspension prompted by regional geopolitical tensions and demand fluctuations. The move would restore direct Gulf–Israel connectivity through Dubai and reflects the carrier’s reassessment of market risk and network capacity.

2026-02-02T05:34:11.083869-08:00

Emirates eyes resumption of Tel Aviv flights after two-year suspension

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Oman Air grows to 33 aircraft with new Boeing 737 MAX‑8 delivery Muscat-based Oman Air has taken delivery of Boeing 737‑MAX‑8 A4O‑MR, bringing its fleet to 33 aircraft after a major investment phase. The jet—the latest of seven Boeing 787 and 737 MAX deliveries in the past 12 months—will operate short- and medium‑haul routes to add capacity and efficiency.

2026-02-02T00:03:48.412490-08:00

Oman Air grows to 33 aircraft with new Boeing 737 MAX‑8 delivery

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Singapore Airlines to resume four-times-weekly nonstop Singapore–Riyadh A350‑900 service from 2 June 2026 Singapore Airlines will restart nonstop Singapore–Riyadh flights on 2 June 2026, operating four weekly rotations with Airbus A350‑900 aircraft. The return restores scheduled service to Riyadh after more than a decade and will offer Business and Economy cabins.

2026-02-02T00:03:46.474043-08:00

Singapore Airlines to resume four-times-weekly nonstop Singapore–Riyadh A350‑900 service from 2 June 2026

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Emirates reserves Berlin‑Brandenburg slots for planned Boeing 777 Dubai services pending German approval Emirates has requested and reserved landing slots at Berlin‑Brandenburg Airport for proposed Boeing 777 services from Dubai, aiming to launch as early as December 2026. The move comes after roughly 30 years of efforts to serve Berlin and remains subject to German political and regulatory approval amid competition concerns.

2026-01-31T05:13:37.511243-08:00

Emirates reserves Berlin‑Brandenburg slots for planned Boeing 777 Dubai services pending German approval

Associated Press

Satellite imagery shows activity at two Iranian nuclear sites struck last year amid protest crackdown Satellite images show recent activity at two Iranian nuclear sites that were struck last year by Israel and the United States, suggesting Tehran may be attempting to salvage or conceal remaining materials. The movements come as nationwide protests and a government crackdown raise regional tensions and international scrutiny.

2026-01-30T10:14:27.437962-08:00

Satellite imagery shows activity at two Iranian nuclear sites struck last year amid protest crackdown

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Boodai Reliance buys 16.65% of Jazeera Airways for $209m after Boursa Kuwait approval Boodai Reliance Real Estate has received regulatory approval from Boursa Kuwait to purchase a 16.65% stake in Jazeera Airways for $209 million. The approved transaction formalises the Kuwaiti investor's significant minority holding in the low-cost carrier listed as J9 on Boursa Kuwait.

2026-01-29T23:16:21.246368-08:00

Boodai Reliance buys 16.65% of Jazeera Airways for $209m after Boursa Kuwait approval

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UAE–UK business-jet demand estimated from first- and business-class airline capacity

Singapore Airlines to resume four-times-weekly nonstop Singapore–Riyadh A350‑900 service from 2 June 2026

Emirates eyes resumption of Tel Aviv flights after two-year suspension

Oman Air grows to 33 aircraft with new Boeing 737 MAX‑8 delivery

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