Middle East

Carrier believes period would have been profitable but for closure of airspace and operational restrictions.

Doha-based operator affected by closure of Qatari airspace and restrictions on scheduled flights.

Configuration change will be made to 15 formerly two-class aircraft.

Saudi carrier’s inaugural flights to begin after eight months of readiness testing on route.

The tally includes 24 MQ-9A Reaper drones, seven KC-135 tankers and four MH-6 Little Bird Helicopters.

UAE budget carrier remains strongly profitable and asserts confidence in recovery.

The deal covers an undisclosed number and type of Group 3-sized uncrewed aircraft.

Range performance of “Adir” stealth fighters will be increased via new contract.

Budget airline established temporary operation in Saudi Arabia to counter impact of Iranian conflict.

The demonstration opens up a potential counter-UAS role for the MQ-9A, which is searching for a new niche in environments of high-intensity conflict.

Routes to Latin American gateways were originally unveiled in early 2025.

Dubai-based carrier buys up nearly 30 A380s on lease to meet capacity requirements.