A Mahan Air jet. Mahan Air has presented itself as a civilian carrier but has been under US sanctions for years over its ties to the IRGC, designated by Washington as a terrorist organisation.

US sanctions China, India, Russia entities backing IRGC

New penalties underscore US bid to curb Tehran’s reach through economic pressure

Sharjah Airport rewards passengers' bright ideas

'Because We Care’ initiative recognises five winners who helped enhance airport services

Sharjah Airport Authority honours five passengers under its 'Because We Care' initiative

Middle East airlines recovering, but fuel prices bite

Domestic travel in China, the US and Japan drags down global demand, IATA data shows

International Air Transport Association (IATA) said global air passenger demand fell 1.7% in June 2026 compared to the same month last year.

How Emirates is giving old aircraft a second life

Six-week programme brings 23 UAE university students into Emirates Engineering workshops

Students at the Emirates Engineering facility, learning about different maintenance checks.

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Flight updates, cancellations and travel advice for UAE passengers amid regional tensions

Airspace and airports remain operational, although travellers should monitor airline advisories as regional flight paths may change. Travelers are also advised to check directly with their airline before heading to the airport, as schedules remain subject to change.

Air France-KLM, Lufthansa bid for Portugal TAP airline

Rival European airline groups submit binding bids for a controlling stake in TAP

Portuguese government moves closer to privatising its national airline.

UAE, Egypt plan more flights over next five years

Countries agree phased expansion of air traffic rights to meet growing travel demand

Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director General of the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and Captain Sameh Fawzy, President of the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority (ECAA) ink the pact.

Philippines airfares set to rise in early August

Higher fuel surcharge takes effect from August 1 to 15

A plane lands. Photo for illustrative purposes only

flydubai adds more Dubai flights to top European spot

Naples flights go daily, Milan-Bergamo becomes double daily as winter demand grows

The Naples and Milan-Bergamo routes are operated under the flydubai-Emirates codeshare.

Emirates offers cheaper fares for select passengers

Students get fare discounts, flexible changes and additional baggage until March 2027

Emirates is offering students cheaper fares and more baggage

DAE becomes world’s third-largest aircraft lessor

DAE completes Macquarie deal, taking its fleet to about 1,000 aircraft

DAE hopes to use the loan to support the future financing needs of the business.

Which UAE flights are cancelled today as war escalates

UAE airports remain operational as airlines monitor renewed Middle East tensions

Passengers at Sharjah International Airport. UAE airports continue operating at near-normal levels despite renewed tensions in the Middle East.

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