Leading low-cost carrier flydubai has achieved a major milestone in its digital transformation journey with the successful rollout of its state-of-the-art co-located data centre. The new platform manages key parts of the carrier’s day-to-day operations such as bookings, ticketing, and check-in.
flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has taken a significant step towards further strengthening its safety culture by signing the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Safety Leadership Charter.
flydubai has signed a long-term agreement with Unilode Aviation Solutions for fully outsourced Unit Load Device (ULD) management as the Dubai-based airline expands its passenger and cargo operations and prepares for future fleet growth.
HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, visited the injured flydubai pilot Captain Smit Machchhar at a UAE hospital and lauded his valour. The UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) too commended the speed of response of the Indian pilot, and the crew of flydubai flight FZ1073, along with the passengers who contributed to bringing the situation under control.
The investigations into the incident aboard flydubai flight FZ1073 have revealed that the co-pilot had attempted to carry out a terrorist act, attacking the captain inside the flight deck using a crash axe and attempting to take control of the aircraft, reported UAE state new agency Wam, citing the country's Attorney-General.
flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced seven new interline agreements, bringing the carrier’s total number of interline partners to more than 40. These strategic agreements give flydubai customers access to more than 30 destinations in Europe through Greece’s flagship carrier, Aegean Airlines, and Italy’s national carrier, ITA Airways.
The UAE has ordered the formation of a team comprising specialised members of the Public Prosecution to investigate the circumstances and causes of the incident involving flydubai flight FZ1073 from Dubai International Airport to Tel Aviv.
flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced the launch of new flights to Nairobi International Airport (NBO) in Kenya, starting from October 15, 2025. The flights will operate from Terminal 3, Dubai International (DXB) with a four-times-weekly service.
flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, continues to invest in enhancing its customer journey. From November 2025, all Economy Class fares will now include meals and inflight entertainment, elevating passengers’ travel experience on every flight.
Dubai carrier flydubai has suspended flights to and from Israel following a security incident involving pilots of flight FZ1073, which was diverted to Saudi Arabia on Wednesday.
