Emirates expands operations to Bangkok with additional daily A380 service
Emirates will see in the new year with a bang. Starting January 1, 2023, the airline will launch…
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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
Six ways to enjoy flying during Christmas and the holiday season
Flying during the holidays can be bittersweet. While it’s the season to be jolly and reunite with loved…
Emirates: Airbus sent engineers to deal with A380 wing spar cracks
Airlines operating older Airbus A380 aircraft have been reporting the development of wing spur cracks. This has delayed the…
Emirates boosts services to London Gatwick with a third daily A380 service
In order to meet sustained demands ahead of the holidays, Emirates announced that it has boosted its services…
Emirates A380 superjumbo returns to Dubai-Auckland route after three-year hiatus
Emirates has announced the return of its Airbus A380 wide-body aircraft on a passenger route directly connecting the…
Emirates revives retail travel experience with debut of Emirates World in Dubai
Emirates is changing the way people are booking their trips. The Dubai-based carrier is reviving the retail travel…
Emirates’ Tim Clark: No A380 or B747 means rising fares in the future
In November 2022, when Emirates presented its financial results for the first half-year of FY2022-2023, the airline insisted…
Emirates to offer special Thanksgiving menu on US-bound flights from Dubai
Passengers flying on Thanksgiving need not worry about missing the holiday. Emirates is offering a special Thanksgiving menu…
Air Peace suspends Dubai flights over non-issuance of visas
Air Peace will suspend its flight operations to Dubai from November 22, 2022, due to the non-issuance of…
Emirates A380, RAF Red Arrows perform spectacular flypast in Dubai: video
The Emirates Airbus A380 superjumbo jet performed a spectacular flypast with the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the…
Emirates does not expect to receive new aircraft until 2024
Announcing a “record performance”, Emirates insisted that no new aircraft will be delivered to the airline until 2024,…
Emirates and Boeing strike a deal for five new 777 freighters
Emirates and Boeing struck a deal to expand the carrier’s cargo fleet with an additional five 777F aircraft,…
Emirates suspends Nigeria flights again over trapped ticket revenues
Emirates has suspended flights to Nigeria again because it can’t repatriate ticket revenues from the country. In a statement,…
Emirates begins multi-billion-dollar fleet retrofit project with first A380
Emirates has kicked off a huge two-year retrofit program, commencing work on the first of 120 aircraft earmarked…
The best airlines for vegan meal options: choose before you fly
Happy World Vegan Day! This day was founded on November 1, 1994 by vegan animal activist Louise Wallis. According…
Emirates to show off “spectacular” luxury private jet
Emirates is known for not holding back when it comes to luxury, especially on its premium products. Think…
Saudi Arabia to order 40 A350s for new national airline RIA: Reuters
Saudi Arabia is in talks to order 40 A350 long-range wide-body passenger aircraft from European aerospace manufacturer Airbus,…
Emirates starts codeshare agreement with Indonesian carrier Batik Air
Emirates’ codeshare agreement with Indonesian carrier Batik Air has become active, as of October 21, 2022, giving more…