Wingie, a travel marketplace in the Mena region, has introduced its next-generation AI-powered smart refund technology, enabling airline refund processes to be managed through digital channels without the need for call centre interactions.
Dubai-based Emirates airline has said it anticipated a return to 100% of its network within the coming days, subject to airspace availability, while Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways said it has restarted a limited commercial flight schedule on Friday (March 6).
Dubai-based Emirates and flydubai have said with the limited re‑opening of airspace, the airlines are operating a reduced flight schedule from Dubai until further notice.
Leading Kuwaiti low-cost carrier Jazeera Airways has announced additional capacity across its network with more flights and more destinations to reconnect people with their families and loved ones. Open for booking until April 15 from Kuwait via Qaisumah Airport, this includes over 18 destinations.
TPConnects Technologies introduced Model Context Protocol (MCP) integration in its Astra NDC platform, providing the first AI-ready layer that removes NDC schema fragmentation and enables smooth connectivity between AI agents and airline systems.
Bahrain's national carrier Gulf Air has announced the extension of its temporary operations via King Fahad International Airport in Dammam (DMM), with flights for booking now available to all passengers for travel until March 22 to key destinations London Heathrow (UK); Mumbai (India) and Bangkok (Thailand).
The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka held a high-level discussion with senior representatives of Jazeera Airways, Kuwait’s leading low-cost carrier, regarding the potential resumption of air services between Kuwait City and Colombo, with possible onward connectivity to India.
The International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) 2025 Safety Report showed solid aviation safety performance, with the all-accident rate improving to 1.32 per million flights from 1.42 in 2024, slightly above the 2021–2025 average of 1.27.
The MRO Middle East and Aircraft Interiors Middle East (AIME) 2026 opened on Wednesday in Dubai, marking the largest editions of the region’s leading aviation aftermarket events.
UAE's national carrier Etihad Airways has reported a 29% rise in passenger traffic in January, extending the growth momentum that followed a record 2025. The passenger load factor hit 89.9% for the month, up from 89.1% a year earlier when 1.7 million guests flew with Etihad..
