Emirates to suspend passenger flights
As multiple countries have closed their borders due to the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, Emirates is suspending the vast…
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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 asks pilots, cabin crew to take leave
As the coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak-caused crisis deepens, Emirates is reportedly once again asking its staff, namely pilots and…
Covid-19 positive passenger sneaks onto Emirates flight
A British holidaymaker, who had tested positive for coronavirus Covid-19, left quarantine and boarded Emirates Boeing 777 in…
Will coronavirus send the A380 into early retirement?
As the aviation industry is caught in the coronavirus crisis, American Airlines (A1G) (AAL) is accelerating the retirement…
Emirates cuts flights to United States, Italy, adds pax screening
Emirates is implementing a new round of flight suspensions, namely to Italy and the United States, due to…
Covid-19: Emirates asks staff to take unpaid leave
The novel Coronavirus Covid-19 outbreak has already caused traffic collapse on key Asian routes and the effect was…
Investigators release final Emirates 777 crash-landing report
Emirates Boeing 777 aircraft, flying from India, crash-landed in Dubai (UAE) as it was attempting to fly a…
Airlines modify flights to avoid Iranian and Iraqi airspaces
After the Iranian military launched over 12 missiles on U.S. bases in Iraq during the night of January…
How will Emirates fleet change in the next 10 years?
This article was first published on October 3, 2019. The Airbus A380 (ex-)lifeline supplier and flagship operator as…
Emirates Clark: no reliability – no new Airbus/Boeing jets for us
The article was first published on September 6, 2019. Emirates’ President Tim Clark is running out of patience…
Emirates’ Clark to step down in 2020: reports
In an unexpected turn of events during the Christmas holiday season, reports surfaced that Emirates Airlines president Tim…
Dubai airport disrupted by floods day before holiday rush
Heavy rain has disrupted operations of the Dubai International Airport (DXB). While flights are departing and arriving with…
Emirates beats Aeromexico’s appeals, launches flights to Mexico
Following a bitter legal battle and a war of words with flag carrier Aeromexico, Emirates has finally launched…
Emirates to lose $375M worth Boeing 777 over 22K claim?
Recent reports by Nigerian media suggest a curious case of a court battle. The supreme court of the…
Recap: how Boeing 777X lost Emirates favor
Emirates has officially announced cutting the 777X deal short by a fifth and opting for Dreamliners instead. The…
Emirates cuts Boeing 777X order, buys 30 Dreamliners instead
Emirates finalized an order for 30 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, while reducing its order for the delayed 777X airliner…
Dubai Airshow: Emirates commits to 50 Airbus A350 XWB
The Dubai-based airline, Emirates, announced that it has committed to a firm order of 50 Airbus A350 XWB…
Dubai Airshow: Emirates A380 in 27 aircraft flypass [video]
The first afternoon of Dubai Airshow 2019 saw a special flypass formation, in which Emirates Airbus A380 was…