Emirates names Hanan Jawad and Bakhita Al Mheiri as its first Emirati female captains, both flying the Boeing 777 fleet.
Emirates Pilots
An Indian pilot working for Etihad Airways (EY) has highlighted seven key benefits of flying for the UAE’s national carrier, offering insight into why many aviation professionals view the airline as an attractive long-term employer.
In 2026, Emirates continues to offer some of the highest pilot salaries globally, especially when considering the airline’s tax-free salary structure.
Emirates Airline (EK) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) featured in a tense radio exchange after the airline’s A380 crew questioned the clarity of taxi instructions.
Here is a look at how much Emirates pays its pilots, the benefits they enjoy, and the requirements one must fulfil to be considered for a role by the top airline.
Emirates Airline (EK) marked its 40th anniversary this week, revisiting the humble yet historic beginnings of a global aviation giant.
Emirates Airlines (EK) has opened a £100m pilot training centre in Dubai, boosting its annual training capacity by over 50% as the airline prepares for the Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X aircraft.
Emirates Airline (EK) flight from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Dubai International Airport (DXB) was delayed due to some issues onboard the Boeing 777 on July 14, 2025.
An Emirates (EK) Airbus A380-800 encountered an in-flight engine shutdown en route from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
An Emirates Airline (EK) flight bound for Dubai (DXB) aborted take-off at Chennai Airport (MAA) on June 8 after the pilots identified a technical fault moments before departure.