Airbus sets date for auctions of parts from a scrapped Emirates A380
Airbus has set the date for an auction of 500 parts from a retired A380, hoping to entice…
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Emirates is a major airline based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Recognized as a global aviation leader, Emirates operates a vast network spanning six continents, connecting over 150 destinations worldwide. The airline is renowned for its extensive fleet of wide-body aircraft, primarily Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s, known for their modern amenities and long-haul capabilities. Emirates has earned a strong reputation for its premium services, catering to both business and leisure travelers with a focus on comfort, luxury, and in-flight entertainment.
Key Facts
- Founded: 1985
- Hub: Dubai International Airport (DXB)
- Fleet Size: Over 250 aircraft
- Destinations: 150+ cities
- Parent Company: The Emirates Group
- Major Alliance: Not a member of a major alliance
- Frequent Flyer Program: Emirates Skywards
Emirates SkyCargo boosts capacity with new Boeing 777F
Emirates SkyCargo has received delivery of its new Boeing 777 freighter, taking its freighter fleet to 11 cargo…
Emirates to go on 6-week global tour for mass cabin crew recruitment
Dubai-based airline Emirates has announced that it will embark on a global mass recruitment tour, taking in 30…
Emirates posts $1 billion annual loss, bets on profitability in FY2022-23
Emirates, the government-owned carrier of the United Arab Emirates, published its annual financial results for FY2021-22, in which…
Emirates to add Bitcoin as payment service: Report
UAE flag carrier Emirates is considering the implementation of advanced digital payment solutions, the airline’s chief operating officer…
Emirates extends partnership with Huawei; signs MoU with South African tourism
Emirates has continued to expand its partnerships at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai, announcing technology and tourism…
Emirates partners with Royal Air Maroc; signs MoC with Malaysia tourism board
Emirates announced that it has entered a codeshare partnership with Moroccan national carrier Royal Air Maroc. The new partnership,…
Emirates wins ‘Best Airline Worldwide’ award; launches new hospitality strategy
Emirates bagged four award wins at the Business Traveller Middle East Awards on May 9, 2022. At the ceremony,…
Emirates premium economy to be available on flights from August 1, 2022
Emirates has announced that its new premium economy class will be available on certain routes from August 1,…
Emirates to unveil custom Museum of the Future livery on 10 of its A380 aircraft
In a show of commitment to support Dubai’s newest architectural icon, Emirates revealed on May 4, 2022 that…
More than 300,000 candidates compete for cabin crew roles at Emirates
Emirates has received more than 300,000 applications for cabin crew jobs since the carrier launched its first recruitment…
Emirates to add extra flights and seats across the GCC, Middle East during Eid
Emirates will offer more flights across the Middle East and the seven cities that make up the Gulf…
Boeing likely to delay 777X aircraft deliveries until 2025: Reuters
The Boeing 777X aircraft deliveries are likely to be delayed until early 2025, a person close to the…
Emirates introduces special Easter menus
Emirates introduced special menu options dedicated to celebrating Easter. The Dubai-based carrier announced that during Easter weekend between April…
Emirates SkyCargo transports more than 1 billion COVID-19 vaccine doses
Emirates SkyCargo has transported more than 1 billion doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. The milestone achievement took place…
What is special about in-flight passenger service during Ramadan?
Ramadan is the most important month in the Islamic calendar. The holy month of Ramadan is a time…
Emirates Airbus A380 breaks speed record, accidentally goes supersonic
A routine service test for an Emirates Airbus A380 aircraft on April 1, 2022 has ended with a…
Emirates ramps up services to Melbourne, adding a second daily A380 flight
Emirates has announced its second daily A380 flight on its Dubai-Melbourne route to meet demand for international travel…