Emirates EK517 was delayed after a bird strike in Delhi; repairs are ongoing, with departure expected at 7:00 am Sunday.
Emirates Boeing 777
An Emirates Boeing 777-200 freighter operating flight EK-9648 from Nairobi to Amsterdam initiated a go-around after the crew reported a left main landing gear disagreement on final approach. The aircraft landed safely on runway 36C about 25 minutes later, stopped clear of the runway, and was towed to the apron.
Emirates will begin daily Airbus A380 flights between Dubai and Delhi on October 25, 2026, operating one of four daily rotations with a 468-seat, four-class aircraft.
Emirates’ first Boeing 777-9 has emerged from Boeing’s Everett production process ahead of painting and further preparation. With 270 Boeing 777X aircraft in its orderbook and a first-delivery target of May or June 2027, the aircraft represents an important step in the airline’s long-term widebody fleet renewal.
Emirates Airline (EK) is considering converting its order for 35 Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft to Boeing 777X jets as it reviews its future fleet requirements amid continued delays to the 787 programme.
Emirates (EK) has promoted Hanan Mohammed Jawad and Bakhita Al Mheiri to captain, making them the airline’s first Emirati female captains.
Emirates has unveiled a handcrafted Arsenal crest made from Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 aircraft components, celebrating 20 years of its partnership with the Premier League club.
Discover how one Emirates Skywards award books two first class suites, an onboard shower, and a free Dubai hotel stay.
Emirates (EK) will add four weekly flights between Dubai (DXB) and Accra (ACC) from 12 July 2026, lifting its total service to Ghana to 11 weekly flights.
Emirates names Hanan Jawad and Bakhita Al Mheiri as its first Emirati female captains, both flying the Boeing 777 fleet.