Emirates boss remains optimistic for first Boeing 777X deliveries by 2027
Speaking to reporters on the periphery of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) 81st annual general meeting of…
Emirates
580 articles
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
Mega overhaul: Inside Emirates’ $5 billion A380 and 777 refurbishment project
Emirates is undertaking perhaps the most significant aircraft refurbishment project in the history of aviation. Over the next…
Emirates sets new annual baggage handling record at Dubai International Airport
Middle Eastern airline Emirates has confirmed its busiest-ever year for baggage handling as a further sign that the…
Top 10: The most profitable airlines in the world
How do you make a million dollars running an airline? Start with two million. That’s an old aviation…
Emirates lands record $5.2B annual profit, 16 new A350s to arrive in next year
Dubai-based Emirates Airline has posted record annual profits of $5.2 billion (after tax), an increase of 14.9% from…
Emirates set to launch daily B777-300ER service between Dubai and Hangzhou
Emirates announced that it will expand its reach into eastern China with daily flights to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International…
Emirates commits to hiring more than 1,500 new pilots within the next 2 years
Emirates announced that it is reaffirming its commitment to welcoming more than 1,500 new pilots within the next…
Emirates wins big at Business Traveller Middle East Awards 2025
Dubai-based Emirates has bagged itself a string of top trophies at the prestigious Business Traveller Middle East (BTME)…
Emirates unveils more cities for retrofitted A380s, B777s, new long-range A350s
Emirates has unveiled a list of additional cities and destinations that its fleet of retrofitted A380, B777 and…
Emirates introduces new A380s with updated cabins to Manchester and Milan
Emirates is set to introduce its newest Airbus A380 aircraft, featuring its latest cabin designs, to Manchester and…
Emirates joins Aviation Circulatory Consortium to accelerate airline recycling
Emirates has joined the Aviation Circularity Consortium (ACC), the Dubai-based carrier announced on April 7. 2025. The ACC…
Emirates launches courier express service with average delivery time of 48 hrs
Emirates has launched a courier express service that provides a door to door courier service with an average…
Emirates cuts ribbon to new ‘Crew Zone’ cabin crew center at Dubai HQ: video
Emirates has announced the opening of a new dedicated cabin crew space housed within the main Emirates Group…
Emirates announces eight more cities to be serviced by retrofitted B777 aircraft
Emirates has announced more destinations in its network that will be served by its fleet of retrofitted Boeing…
Emirates unveils seven more destinations to be served by new A350 fleet
Emirates has unveiled seven more destinations where it will deploy its fleet of new Airbus A350 aircraft, as…
The Beautiful Game: the airlines ready to spend mega bucks on football’s reach
The close-knit relationship between ‘the Beautiful Game’ and commercial airlines is a fascinating one, combining eye-watering sums of…
Emirates to deploy retrofitted Boeing 777s on Dubai-Riyadh routes
Emirates has announced plans to deploy newly retrofitted Boeing 777s on its second and third daily flights between…
Emirates invests $2.4 million to upgrade onboard medical equipment
Emirates has invested more than $2.4 million to upgrade its onboard medical equipment that will allow its passengers…