Emirates has reached a significant milestone in its fleet expansion with the delivery of its first Airbus A350 aircraft. The new arrival, A6-EXA, marks the first of 65 Airbus A350s set to join the airline’s fleet over the coming years. This delivery also represents the first new aircraft type to be introduced into Emirates’ fleet […]
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The Emirates Group has recorded its highest-ever half-year financial results, achieving a pre-tax profit of AED 10.4 billion (US$ 2.8 billion) for the first six months of 2024-25, surpassing the previous record for the same period last year. This is the Group’s first financial year subject to the UAE’s corporate income tax, introduced in 2023.
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GE Aerospace has announced a ten-year, multi-million-dollar services agreement with Emirates, focusing on the electrical load management system for its Boeing 777 fleet. This agreement is supported by GE Aerospace’s operations in Cheltenham, UK. Emirates is the largest operator of the Boeing 777, boasting a fleet of 143 aircraft. Electrical load management systems are crucial
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In preparation for the arrival of its much-anticipated Airbus A350 aircraft, Emirates has invested approximately US$48 million in cutting-edge training equipment and systems for both its pilots and cabin crew. This significant investment underscores the airline’s commitment to achieving the highest standards of excellence in crew training. The new training suites include three full-flight simulators
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The first Emirates Boeing 777 with a nose-to-tail cabin refresh and a new look has rolled into service, preparing to take off to Geneva this afternoon, August 7, as EK 83. The aircraft underwent a complete revamp in just 37 days and will be entering service four days ahead of its officially announced deployment schedule.
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Emirates has revealed the initial cities on its network set to receive its latest B777 cabin interiors. The airline will introduce its refurbished Boeing 777s to Geneva, Tokyo Haneda and Brussels, offering passengers more opportunities to enjoy the airline’s signature premium-economy and, for the first time, Emirates’ next-generation business-class seats arranged in a new 1-2-1
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The U.S. Transportation Department has fined Emirates US$1.5 million for operating flights carrying JetBlue Airways’ designator code in prohibited airspace. Between December 2021 and August 2022, Emirates operated numerous flights with the JetBlue Airways code between the United Arab Emirates and the United States in airspace that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has prohibited for
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Emirates has revealed plans to completely refurbish another 43 A380s and 28 Boeing 777 aircraft, expanding its retrofit programme to encompass 191 aircraft. The initial scheme aimed for 120 aircraft – 67 A380s and 53 777s – to undergo full refurbishment. The Boeing 777 remains the backbone of the Emirates fleet, while the A380 stands
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Emirates is set to elevate its offerings to Osaka by introducing the A380 on flights starting from June 1, 2024. The retrofitted A380 deployed to Osaka will showcase the airline’s latest product, Premium Economy, marking the second Japanese gateway to operate the newly upgraded aircraft. This enhanced service not only increases seat capacity on routes
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Emirates has become the inaugural airline globally to conduct an A380 demonstration flight powered entirely by 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Commanded by Captain Khalid Binsultan and Captain Philippe Lombet, the flight took off from Dubai International Airport (DXB) with one of its four engines exclusively fuelled by SAF. This milestone highlights SAF’s potential as
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