As Boeing pushes deliveries to their highest since 2018, deep program losses and production risks continue to shape how Gulf carriers plan their next phase of fleet growth. The Boeing delivery backlog Gulf airlines face is substantial – together, they
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Doha/Hong Kong, November 5th, 2025 – Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways have jointly announced an agreement under which Cathay will buy back Qatar Airways’ entire 9.6% shareholding for approximately US $897 million. The deal, confirmed on Tuesday, ends an eight-year
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Doha / Nairobi, October 20, 2025 – Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways have announced the launch of codeshare flights to19 destinations across their combined networks effective October 26, 2025. The agreement, which follows a memorandum of understanding signed in July,
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In global aviation, wide-body aircraft are the workhorses of long-haul travel, supporting premium cabins, high-capacity routes, and intercontinental networks. As of mid-2025, a handful of airlines dominate the skies with vast fleets of twin-aisle jets, underlining their global reach and
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In times of crisis, words matter. And this week, Qatar Airways delivered a bold and transparent communication about the disruptions caused by the sudden and unprecedented Qatar airspace closure in response to the escalating Middle East tensions. Instead of issuing
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In an extraordinary move following this week’s sudden and unprecedented Qatar airspace closure, Qatar Airways Group CEO Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer has published a detailed open letter revealing the true scale of disruption the airline faced—and how it responded. The
IndiGo’s long-haul expansion marks a turning point in Indian aviation, with A350s, 787s, and strategic partnerships challenging Gulf carriers’ dominance in long-haul corridors. Here’s what it means for GCC airlines and for the future of India’s global air connectivity.
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