Emirates (EK), Qatar Airways (QR), and Etihad Airways (EY) each operate business class products that rank among the strongest available, yet picking a single winner is difficult because the experience changes depending on the aircraft a passenger actually flies.
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Emirates recycled 88,000 kg of plastic in one year through its closed-loop programme, marking World Environment Day 2026.
Emirates names Hanan Jawad and Bakhita Al Mheiri as its first Emirati female captains, both flying the Boeing 777 fleet.
Emirates Airline (EK) has completed the first installation of next-generation Starlink Wi-Fi on its flagship Airbus A380, marking a major upgrade to onboard connectivity for the world’s largest passenger aircraft.
Viral post reveals Emirates cabin crew basic salary of around Rs 1.3 lakh, with allowances and flying hours increasing total pay in Dubai.
Emirates A380 wake turbulence over Sarajevo injures five on Eurowings A320 flight EW-635 from Rhodes to Cologne.
In 2026, Emirates continues to offer some of the highest pilot salaries globally, especially when considering the airline’s tax-free salary structure.
Emirates unveils a special A380 livery for Arsenal FC’s Premier League title win, flying as EK001 from Dubai to London.
Emirates unveils a handcrafted 1:25 scale A380 model at Mini-Europe in Brussels, marking over 11 years of service.
Emirates Airline (EK) has sharply reduced its June 2026 flight schedule from Dubai International Airport (DXB), removing nearly 16% of previously planned departures within a single weekly update.