Peter Shaw-Smith
Contributor - Middle East

Contributor - Middle East

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Charter & Fractional

DC Aviation Takes Steady Approach to DWC Growth

Early mover at DWC is optimistic that more robust growth is on the horizon, as it steadily builds its capacity and customer base.
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FBOs

Jetex Plans To Stay Ahead with Continued Expansion

Fast-growing FBO operator has no lack of ambition and sees many more opportunities worldwide.
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Aircraft

Empire Aviation Group Focuses on India

Developing its business in India is a priority for the Dubai-based aircraft management company.
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Airlines

Pakistan Airlines Struggles To Overcome Structural Obstacles

Pakistan's flag carrier continues to feel hampered by Emirates' unfettered access to Karachi.
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Aircraft

SaudiGulf Orders 10 A320s as Kingdom Liberalizes Air Transport

The fifth Saudi airline to gain an AOC in a decade expects to launch widebody operations in 2023.
FBOs

Bahrain To Open General Aviation Terminal

The facility renovation is part of the Ministry’s plan to offer services to private jet owners through Bahrain International Airport.

MEBAA Preview

The Middle East Business Aviation Association show will take place December 10-12 in Dubai at Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC),
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Charter & Fractional

Abu Dhabi-based PC-12 Charter Firm Closing Its Doors

Operating under the same airline regulatory framework as Emirates and Etihad, as mandated by GCAA, proved costly and unworkable.
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Airports

Expansion at Dubai’s Al Maktoum Airport Delayed Five Years

Growth of Dubai International to continue as planners see capacity reaching 118 million passengers a year by 2023
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FBOs

Jetex Eyes U.S. Network

The company is entering the U.S. market slowly, intent on building a network.
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MEBAA’s Alnaqbi points to growing Middle East involvement in the US

Growth in the U.S. will also mean growth in the Middle East and Africa, MEBAA contends.
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Hadid Targeting U.S. in New Marketing Campaign

The company's message is "Hadid is here and will grow."
Airlines

Flydubai Prepares To Shift Flights to Al Maktoum Airport

Runway refurbishment at Dubai International Airport next spring prompts temporary move
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Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Dubai Cements Position Among Top Finance Hubs for Aviation

Air transport finance leaders revel in industry’s favorable environment
Airlines

Gulf Air CEO Optimistic as Fleet To Double by 2023

Airline turning a profit this year as chief executive tightens belts
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Airlines

A Dozen Grounded Emirates Airliners Returned to Service

Two A380s out of 14 jets remain parked at Al Maktoum International Airport
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Airlines

Kuwait Suspends License of Wataniya Airways

Middle Eastern launch customer for E195-E2 and A320 operator given three months to rectify operational deficiencies
FBOs

Jeddah-based FBO/MRO Outfit Arabasco Shuts Down

Founded in 1984, Arabasco was one of the oldest and most respected names in the Saudi business aviation industry.
Charter & Fractional

Bestfly Antarctica Excursions To Continue This Season

The five-hour flight gives travelers the chance to go to the geographic South Pole.
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Morocco Touts Advantages for Aerospace Industry

Political stability, infrastructure, talent, and location are among the kingdom's selling points.
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Airlines

Despite Gulf Blockade, Qatar Sees Opportunities for Growth

The airline has added airports, routes and technology.
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Airlines

Turkish Contingent Showcases Defense Capabilities

More than 30 companies will be on hand at Farnborough.
Airlines

Etihad Aviation Training Signals Broader Ambitions

Etihad’s training arm presents itself as one-stop-shop for training, for individual aspiring pilots to airline customers.
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Airlines

Emirates Denies Being Hit By Pilot Shortage

Dubai-based airline says seasonal issues account for it parking many aircraft, rather than pilots being lured to luctative contracts in China.

Aerospace Events Aim To Build UAE Workforce

Events of the next two years bring attention to the aerospace sector in the Middle East.
Aircraft

Bahrain Show Poised To Benefit From New November Timing

Moving date is designed to make it alternate with the Dubai Airshow and help it to grow its importance on the international aerospace calendar.
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Regulations and Government

Regulatory Confusion in Saudi Arabia Fails to Stymie Optimism

How the regulations will affect business aviation in the kingdom is still a topic of discussion.

Perth’s Maxem Aviation Eyes Business Improvement

High-net-worth individuals and the resources industry are the company's diverse clients.

Al Naqbi Expects Record MEBAA Show Turnout in December

The MEBAA show is becoming as significant for the region as EBACE and NBAA are in their respective regions.
FBOs

UAS Makes Inroads in China on Deer Jet Alliance

The company sees a market in China and the Middle East.
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