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Emirates Expands Boeing 777 Fleet with Upgrades and New Freighters

Emirates is enhancing its fleet strategy with upgraded Boeing 777s deployed to Kuwait and Dammam, while adding more B777F freighters to meet rising cargo demand. This expansion comes amid global supply chain challenges and increased demand for freighter capacity.

2024-10-18T05:02:16.110616-07:00

Airline Economics

AviLease Acquires Boeing 787-9 from BBAM in Saudi Arabia

2024-10-17T03:52:05.158797-07:00

eVTOL Insights

Saudia Group Unveils Lilium eVTOL at Global Logistics Forum

2024-10-14T04:26:44.038892-07:00

PaxEx.Aero

SkyFive and Viasat Facilitate Seamless Roaming in Aviation Networks

2024-10-11T03:33:48.840960-07:00

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Emirates Expands Boeing 777 Fleet with Upgrades and New Freighters Emirates is enhancing its fleet strategy with upgraded Boeing 777s deployed to Kuwait and Dammam, while adding more B777F freighters to meet rising cargo demand. This expansion comes amid global supply chain challenges and increased demand for freighter capacity.

2024-10-18T05:02:16.110616-07:00

Emirates Expands Boeing 777 Fleet with Upgrades and New Freighters

Airline Economics

AviLease Acquires Boeing 787-9 from BBAM in Saudi Arabia AviLease, under Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, has expanded its fleet by acquiring a Boeing 787-9 from BBAM. Both parties have declined to comment further on the transaction, reflecting a strategic move in the aircraft leasing market.

2024-10-17T03:52:05.158797-07:00

AviLease Acquires Boeing 787-9 from BBAM in Saudi Arabia

Janes

US Approves New Missile Variants for Saudi Arabia The United States has sanctioned the delivery of the latest air-to-air and air-to-surface missile variants to Saudi Arabia, reinforcing military ties and enhancing Saudi defense capabilities amid regional security challenges.

2024-10-14T13:34:00.895384-07:00

US Approves New Missile Variants for Saudi Arabia

eVTOL Insights

Saudia Group Unveils Lilium eVTOL at Global Logistics Forum Saudia Group showcased the Lilium eVTOL Jet at the Global Logistics Forum in Riyadh, following its July agreement to purchase 50 Lilium Jets. This display exemplifies Saudia's commitment to integrating advanced technology and sustainable travel solutions.

2024-10-14T04:26:44.038892-07:00

Saudia Group Unveils Lilium eVTOL at Global Logistics Forum

AeroTime

Boeing's Laser Weapon System Neutralizes Group 3 Drones at Red Sands Exercise Boeing's Compact Laser Weapon System successfully engaged and downed Group 3 unmanned aerial systems for the first time during the Red Sands exercise in Saudi Arabia. This milestone demonstrates its capability to counter heavier, more advanced drone threats alongside U.S. and Saudi forces.

2024-10-14T02:01:19.720342-07:00

Boeing's Laser Weapon System Neutralizes Group 3 Drones at Red Sands Exercise

PaxEx.Aero

SkyFive and Viasat Facilitate Seamless Roaming in Aviation Networks SkyFive and Viasat have established a roaming arrangement, enabling uninterrupted connectivity for planes utilizing Viasat's European Aviation Network and SkyFive's Saudi Arabia network. This collaboration enhances air-to-ground communication capabilities across Europe and the Middle East.

2024-10-11T03:33:48.840960-07:00

SkyFive and Viasat Facilitate Seamless Roaming in Aviation Networks

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Riyadh Air Plans Initial Routes Following YE24 AOC Riyadh Air anticipates acquiring its Aircraft Operations Certificate (AOC) by the end of 2024, paving the way to announce initial routes in early 2025. This milestone is crucial for the Saudi Arabian airline's strategic development and expansion plans.

2024-10-07T17:37:11.761005-07:00

Riyadh Air Plans Initial Routes Following YE24 AOC

Space Explored

HALO Space Expands Near-Space Tourism Testing to Saudi Arabia HALO Space, a Spanish startup, is broadening its testing and assembly operations for near-space tourism into Saudi Arabia. This strategic move aligns with the Kingdom's Vision 2030 initiative, highlighting Saudi Arabia's commitment to diversifying its economy through innovative aerospace ventures.

2024-10-07T08:29:06.537047-07:00

HALO Space Expands Near-Space Tourism Testing to Saudi Arabia

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