Dubai: Visitors to Dubai on a visit visa must have AED 3,000 in cash, return flight tickets, and proof of accommodation, as per guidelines, especially for “lower-income individuals and first-time visitors”, according to statement by a travel company to agencies. “Under the UAE immigration rules, visitors to Dubai on a visit visa are expected to […]
Captain Theresa M. Claiborne, a pioneering aviator, has concluded her 43-year career in aviation. Initially serving as a second lieutenant and the first Black female pilot in the U.S. Air Force, she later transitioned to the role of captain at United Airlines. After seven years in the Air Force and 13 years in the Air […]
Twelve people were injured on a flight from Doha, Qatar, to Dublin, Ireland, due to the aircraft experiencing extreme turbulence over Turkey. Six passengers and six crew members sustained minor injuries as a result of the incident. According to Qatar Airways, the injuries sustained by passengers and crew were minor, and those affected are receiving […]
Abu Dhabi: Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE, has announced a brand new promotion with 20 percent off selected flights. The promotion applies for bookings made from 20 September 00:01 to 21 September 23:59 GST and for travel dates from October 2023 to February 2024*, providing customers with affordable, hassle-free […]
The British Airways cabin crew made haste when the meals on a flight from the Caribbean to London went bad; the flight attendants developed a plan B at the airport with limited alternatives and “had to wing it on this occasion.” According to a report, each passenger on the 12-hour flight received a single piece […]
Dubai: After experiencing technical issues while in the air, an aircraft to Dubai was diverted back to the airport from where it had taken off. After takeoff, the Kerala, India–to–UAE Air India Express flight reported an issue with its air conditioning system. Given that there were more than 170 passengers on board, the aircraft crew […]
All travelers leaving Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) for international locations are once again required to remove their shoes for security examination. According to Kim Marquez, a representative for the Office of Transportation Security (OTS), the requirement to remove shoes was reinstated on July 10 as “part of the enhanced security arrangement at all NAIA […]
Soon, passengers on Emirates’ Premium Economy will be able to travel from Dubai to a few Indian towns. Starting from October 29, travellers traveling to and from Mumbai and Bengaluru will be able to take advantage of the offer, according to the airline. On Tuesday, the airline stated, “Emirates will operate its newly retrofitted flagship […]
Dubai: it was 10 PM at Dubai international airport, and a huge number of Odia people were waiting to receive the first maiden direct flight of Indigo Airlines from Bhubaneswar to Dubai. UAE has a vibrant Odia community of more than 100,000 living and working here. For them, it was a moment of joy and a […]
UAE: As Ramadan is the month of giving, Air India has announced a special offer for passengers flying from UAE to India. As a part of Ramadan Kareem, Air India is delighted to offer Free Baggage Allowance of 40 kg in Economy Class and 50 Kg in Business Class on all flights from UAE to […]
DUBAI: United Airlines has launched a new nonstop daily service between its New York/Newark hub and Dubai International (DXB). United is the only U.S. airline to offer non-stop flights between Dubai and the United States, flying to more destinations in the Middle East than any other U.S. airline. The new service marks United’s return to […]
