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Emirates set to become the world’s first Autism Certified Airline

Emirates has launched an inspiring journey to officially become the world’s first Autism Certified Airline, inviting customers with autism and sensory sensitivities to experience Emirates’ seamless services and personalised hospitality, making travel more accessible for all. The inaugural designation is set to be formally awarded by the International Board of Credentialing an...

Emirates A350 officially takes flight to its first destination, Edinburgh

Emirates marked a significant milestone yesterday as its first Airbus A350 entered commercial service, operating its inaugural flight from Dubai to Edinburgh. Emirates newest aircraft combines next-generation cabin design and exceptional passenger comfort paired with outstanding onboard service. The aircraft, featuring Emirates' latest cabin products is the first of 65 A350s joining the airlin...

Emirates’ iconic A380 is back in Copenhagen

Emirates’ Airbus A380 has touched down in Copenhagen for the first time since March 2020. Emirates is currently the only international airline to operate the A380 to Denmark. The A380 touched down just in time to celebrate the airport’s jubilee, marking 100 years of operational excellence. Morten Balk, Emirates’ Country Manager in Denmark, commented: “We are in...

EFTA’s record graduate cohort creates steady pilot pipeline for aviation

Courage, commitment and passion were all in evidence at Emirates Flight Training Academy’s fifth graduation ceremony, which marked the academy’s biggest cohort to date. EFTA also announced the launch of an Advanced Diploma in Pilot Licensing Training (Aeroplane) on the back of the academy’s recognition as an Accredited Training Provider by the U...

Emirates receives its first of 65 A350-900s

Emirates has taken delivery of its first A350-900 aircraft, marking an important step in Emirates' fleet growth strategy. It marks the long-standing partnership between Emirates and Airbus which is built on innovation, efficiency and operational excellence. The A350 is set to enhance Emirates’ medium and long-haul operations beyond the airline’s existing network.  Emir...

Emirates SkyCargo to expand fleet, capacity with five more Boeing 777 Freighters

Boeing and Emirates SkyCargo announced an order for five more of the world's largest and longest-range twin-engine freighter, building on its earlier purchase of five 777 Freighters. The latest order, which was finalized in September and listed as unidentified on Boeing's Orders and Deliveries website, brings Emirates' order book to 249 Boeing widebody airplanes, including 14 777...

Emirates makes its much-awaited touchdown to Lagos, Nigeria

Emirates has resumed passenger services to Lagos, Nigeria, with a daily service. Soon after landing, the airline hosted an exclusive event for VIPs, government officials, key representatives from Nigeria’s Civil Aviation Authority, Federal Airports Authority, Customs, Police and the Airforce, as well as trade and industry partners and corporate clients. The daily service has been schedu...

Emirates and Museum of the Future to host first-ever Aviation Future Week

Emirates and the Museum of the Future will host the first Aviation Future Week, taking place from 15-17 October 2024 in Dubai. UAE ministers, senior government officials, industry leaders from across the aviation and aerospace, airfreight, MRO and logistics ecosystem, will converge in Dubai for the inaugural event.  The event presents a platform for unparalleled insights and discuss...