Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Pakistan ‘in talks’ to buy Chinese jet

Chinese jet

Pakistan is reportedly in formal discussions with China’s Hongdu Aircraft Company to acquire light attack aircraft, as disclosed during the 2023 Dubai Airshow. The aim is to replace Pakistan Air Force’s aging F-7PG fighters used for combat pilot training. The potential purchase involves the L-15 trainer light attack aircraft, known for its nine hardpoints capable … Read more

UAE and Saudi Airlines Soar in Aircraft Orders at Dubai Airshow 2023

UAE and Saudi Airlines Soar in Aircraft Orders at Dubai Airshow 2023

Dubai Airshow set to be largest ever, with 1,400 exhibitors from 95 countries. Emirates, flydubai, and Riyadh Air may announce fleet expansions. Airbus secured 404 orders, Boeing 101 at 2021’s Dubai Airshow. As the Dubai Airshow kicks off on Monday, November 13, all eyes are on UAE and Gulf airlines poised to announce fleet expansion … Read more

Flying displays at the Dubai Airshow 2023

Flying displays

The Dubai Airshow 2023, scheduled for November 13–17, is a highly anticipated event set to attract numerous industry experts. Taking place at the DWC Airshow Site, the five-day extravaganza promises a wealth of experiences for attendees. Key Highlights of Dubai Airshow 2023: Exhibitors: Over 1400 world-class exhibitors from 95 countries are expected to showcase their … Read more

Costly delays to Boeing’s 777X rile Emirates

DUBAI: Delays to the certification of Boeing’s 777X long-haul aircraft are costing billions and infuriating top customer Emirates, but the US manufacturer is banking on the model as air traffic rebounds. While still in its testing phase, the world’s largest passenger jet flew for the first time outside the United States this week at a major … Read more

UAE seeks to bolster arms industry to reduce imports

DUBAI: Drones, guided missiles, simulators: the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is on the offensive to develop its defence industry in a bid to wean itself off dependence on imports. Khalid Al-Breiki heads one of five clusters of the Emirati defence consortium EDGE, formed two years ago and bringing together 25 Emirati arms firms in a … Read more