When it comes to dominating the skies, only a few airlines have achieved global acclaim and success as Middle Eastern flag carriers, notably Emirates (EK), Qatar Airways (QR), and Etihad Airways (EY).
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways (QR) flight from Hamad International Airport (DOH), Doha to Auckland Int’l Airport (AKL), New Zealand diverted to Velana International Airport (MLE), Male in Maldives on Friday, December 6, 2024.
AirHelp has released a comprehensive 2024 AirHelp Score report, analyzing airline performance globally and categorizing them as the best and worst airlines in the world.
Last week was a thrilling one for Middle Eastern carriers, with exciting sports milestones achieved by Emirates (EK), Qatar Airways (QR), and Etihad (EY).
Qatar Airways (QR) will relocate its global headquarters to Msheireb Downtown Doha in 2025, marking a significant strategic move for the airline’s operational infrastructure.
During the pandemic, American Airlines (AA) retired a significant portion of its fleet, simplifying operations to focus on Boeing 737, Airbus A320, Boeing 787, and Boeing 777 aircraft.
Qatar Airways (QR) flight QR731 from Doha (DOH) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) on October 31, 2024, experienced an unexpected incident as 63-year-old Mahasen Mohamed died onboard the flight.
Syed Aman, a US citizen and resident of Nassau County, New York, was arrested at John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) on November 5, 2024, as he attempted to board a Qatar Airways (QR) flight to Doha, Qatar.
The disadvantage of African airlines vis-à-vis Middle Eastern airlines will only be accentuated as they continue to grow.
Qatar Airways (QR) Boeing 777 pilot Captain Jamil Areeki retires after serving the airline since its inception in 1993 (26 years ago).