India’s AAIB found that a Turkish Airlines Airbus A330-200F climbed without authorization and came within less than 1,000ft of a Flydubai Boeing 737 Max 9. Investigators identified message misinterpretation and missing cross-verification procedures as the primary causes behind the airprox event.
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A British FlyDubai (FZ) flight attendant has been detained in Dubai after sharing a photo of a drone strike near Dubai International Airport (DXB) in a private WhatsApp chat.
A drone strike near Dubai International Airport triggered flight disruptions and safety warnings from global aviation union leader Sara Nelson.
Flydubai (FZ) will expand its fleet of Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft this year as demand for premium travel continues to strengthen across its network.
In 2026, flydubai cabin crew salaries comprise a base allowance, flying-hour pay, and additional premiums for duty patterns.
UAE-based airlines are accelerating expansion in 2026 with new destinations across Europe, North America, Central Asia, and the Middle East.
flydubai will launch double-daily Dubai–Bangkok flights from September 2026, expanding Thailand services and boosting regional connectivity through Dubai.
In 2026, the low-cost airlines segment continues to mature, combining cost-efficient operations with stringent safety systems, crew training standards, and comprehensive maintenance regimes.
In 2026, flydubai offers a strong pilot compensation package that is especially competitive within the Middle Eastern regional carrier market.
flydubai will suspend Dubai–Basel flights in April–May 2026 as EuroAirport closes its main runway for safety upgrades.