Six months into the US-Iran war, Gulf aviation is showing its ability to recover from a major shock — but the crisis is also changing the way airlines, airports and investors think about the region’s future.

Gulf aviation’s six-month US-Iran war stress test

Gulf carriers are recovering, but the crisis is changing how airlines plan for growth

Laptop on fire on US flight: What travellers must know

Lithium batteries can overheat without warning, triggering smoke, fire, thermal runaway

An American Airlines aircraft. A laptop caught fire aboard one of its flights from Atlanta to Dallas. Illustrative image.

UAE flights today: What travellers need to know

UAE airports are preparing for a post-summer rush as airlines continue to adjust schedules

Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, Air Arabia issue alerts on Kuwait and Bahrain services

Flying from UAE? Check cancellations, delays on flights

Emirates cancels Dubai-Bahrain flights as Air Arabia reports some 2UAE route changes

UAE airports are entering one of the busiest periods of the summer travel season as families and holidaymakers return from their overseas travels. Passengers are advised to allow additional time for check-in and security. Photo shows passengers at the departures terminal at Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport. For illustrative purposes only.

Did SpiceJet lie about bad weather in Kochi?

CIAL said it made efforts to assist and support affected passengers during disruptions

Cochin Airport rejects SpiceJet's 'bad weather in Kochi' claim, calls it misinformation

Flying from UAE? Check cancellations and schedules

Passengers are advised to allow extra time as flight schedules remain subject to change

Travellers are advised to allow extra time and check their flight status amid ongoing regional uncertainty.

Oman’s airlines unveil new CEOs in major shift

Oman Air names Nasser Al Sharji CEO as SalamAir appoints Yaqoob Al Kiyumi

Nasser Al Sharji will take charge of Oman Air from September 1, from Con Korfiatis, and Yaqoob Al Kiyumi takes over as CEO of SalamAir from October 1.

Philippine Airlines announces week-long seat sale

Special fares, added savings, and instalment options for eligible domestic bookings

Philippine Airlines is bringing back its Ultimate Seat Sale for one week, with more in store beyond discounted fares

DXB prepares for 3.7 million passengers in return rush

Transit passengers will account for about 46% of total traffic during the travel surge

Preparations cover the passenger journey from arrivals and baggage reclaim to ground transport areas, while teams are also ready to respond to any operational changes that may arise.

Free treats and new experiences await DXB travellers

Travellers at Terminal 3 can access refreshments, treats, live music and activities

DXB adds free treats, live music and welcome experiences for August travellers

Air Arabia adds new direct route from Sharjah

Katowice becomes Air Arabia’s third Polish destination after Warsaw and Kraków

It was followed shortly after by the arrival of an Air Arabia flight from Sharjah in the UAE.

Etihad Tel Aviv flights hit as airport strike disrupts

Etihad cancels a Tel Aviv-Abu Dhabi flight as Ben Gurion strike disrupts operations

Passengers wait with their luggage amid disruptions caused by a surprise staff strike at Ben Gurion Airport in Lod, near Tel Aviv, on August 20, 2026.

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