UAE Aviation News and Discussion Thread (Part 2)

[luv2bebrown]

Originally Posted by noir-dresses

Is this a sign that they already own Emirates as well ? Add the number's of both fleet's, and the amount of aircraft that has to be deliverd, and we get that figure.

The rumor's just might be true from a while ago.

well no its not true. just a badly written article

even EK and EY aircraft combined doesn't amount to 270. Maybe its emirates, etihad, flydubai and air arabia combined?

[Parisian Girl]

By Staff | Published Tuesday, November 30, 2010


In a surveyof 99 airlines, Emirates has been voted second best in the world (FILE)

Dubai-based Emirates has been named second best airline in the world in premium and economy class categories in a survey of 99 airlines worldwide.

The survey, conducted by Zagat.com, is based over 8,000 frequent fliers who collectively took 139,300 flights in the past year. The portal has been reviewing the airline industry since 1990.

The airlines were rated on the basis of comfort, service, food, website, timeliness, check-in and luggage policy and in-flight entertainment.

Emirates 24|7



Not too shabby.

[zerozol]

Originally Posted by luv2bebrown

well no its not true. just a badly written article

even EK and EY aircraft combined doesn't amount to 270. Maybe its emirates, etihad, flydubai and air arabia combined?

totally agree. That's an article what totally confused and f.cked up is.

I definately think that 270 airplanes is for the aircrafts registered in the entire UAE, at all the airlines, from the smallests to the biggests (that's what suppposedly 'combined fleet' means in the article)...

Even EY+EK+FZ+G9's common fleet is less than that... Seeing the orders the 425 pieces for 2014 seems to be real but for all the airlines in UAE.

[luv2bebrown]

Etihad's growth is truly impressive if indeed they are to become profitable soon.

Just announced: Geneva is the newest EK destination. They will be using a combination of 777-300ER and 777-200LR. The fact that they are using the 200LR for a medium-haul route is a good indication of how stretched the fleet must be. Need more planes!

[noir-dresses]

Wow, never saw Geneva coming, how you get this info Luv ????

One question, what's with the 777-300ER's, they havn't recieved an aircraft in the longest time now.

[EmiratesAirline380]

Emirates to launch non-stop service to Geneva

Geneva, one of the most important banking and financial cities in the world, will become Emirates’ 111th international destination
Staff ReportPublished: 14:58 December 1, 2010
Dubai: Emirates will launch of non-stop, daily flights between Dubai and Geneva on 1st June 2011.
Geneva, one of the most important banking and financial cities in the world, will become Emirates’ 111th international destination and its 26th destination in Europe. Geneva is also the home to over 300 international governmental and non-governmental organisations, such as the United Nations Office in Geneva (UNOG), the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and the World Health Organisation (WHO).
“Switzerland has been part of the Emirates network since 1992, when we began flights from Dubai to Zurich. The announcement of Geneva as our newest European destination underlines our commitment to this important country,” said His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al-Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group.
“Our research has shown that there is a high demand for this route from across our network, from both the business sector, particularly financial, and the leisure travellers who are looking for both summer relaxation and winter sports,” added Sheikh Ahmed.
Starting 1st June 2011, EK 089 will leave Dubai each day at 0855hrs and arrive in Geneva at 1410hrs. From Geneva, EK 090 departs at 1540hrs, arriving in Dubai at 2359hrs.
The service will be operated with a combination of Boeing 777-200LR and Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, in a three-class configuration, offering Private Suites in First Class, lie-flat seats in Business Class, and a spacious cabin in Economy Class.
Passengers in all classes can enjoy Emirates’ award-winning ice (information, communication, entertainment) Digital Widescreen inflight entertainment system, which features over 1,200 channels of the latest blockbuster movies, TV programmes and music from around the world.
In addition to the entertainment, passengers can enjoy the delicacies from a gourmet menu served to them by Emirates Cabin Crew from over 120 nations including Switzerland.
Emirates expects to use the full 15-20-tonne cargo capacity per flight and will be transporting valuable cargo such as luxury watches and high-end fashion goods; diplomatic cargo and relief shipments for the International Red Cross; as well as chemicals, pharma products and electronics.
Emirates currently offers double-daily flights between Dubai and Zurich.

http://gulfnews.com/business/automot...eneva-1.721386

[Parisian Girl]

Great news! Was hoping for this.

[EmiratesAirline380]

In other news, Qatar Airways will be beginning flights to Buenos Aires and they said they will reaching there 100th destination soon. It won't be long before they announce flights to Toronto.

[killerk]

They already fly to Buenos Aires...Its just that it was not non-stop...and was with a stopover in Sao Paulo!!!

[zerozol]

Originally Posted by luv2bebrown

The fact that they are using the 200LR for a medium-haul route is a good indication of how stretched the fleet must be. Need more planes!

Not correct. Their general fleet utilization is well in the average!

The only 2 types that are above average are the B777-200LR and the -300ER.


"Apart from the remarks made before for individual fleet components, this table clearly illustrates how the A332 fleet is relatively underused, both in absolute and relative terms. (...)

The frequent remarks that EK does not have the capacity to rapidly open new stations to cover for gaps in its network seem somewhat specious in light of these observations.

As stated above, the B772 fleet is also ever so slightly underused, but not to the same extent as the A332. In comparison to international standards though, this fleet is indeed displaying low utilization levels.

The A343, A345, A388 and B773 fleet are scheduled with pretty normal utilization rates, both within the EK fleet and in comparison to international standards of airline operations. (...)

With utilization ratio scores of well over 100, the B77L and B77W fleets are clearly scheduled above average in terms of daily utilization."


Citation from here: http://www.airliners.net/aviation-fo....main/4939112/

A very-very good and well based analysis of Emirates' operations!

[metroreporter]

Wow, congrats to EK for Basra and Geneva! What an exceptional airline..

It's time they start targeting India's Tier 2 cities before Air Arabia starts becoming market leader there.

How's Madina doing for Emirates? Is it on a trial run or permenant?

[luv2bebrown]

Originally Posted by zerozol

Not correct. Their general fleet utilization is well in the average!

The only 2 types that are above average are the B777-200LR and the -300ER.


"Apart from the remarks made before for individual fleet components, this table clearly illustrates how the A332 fleet is relatively underused, both in absolute and relative terms. (...)

The frequent remarks that EK does not have the capacity to rapidly open new stations to cover for gaps in its network seem somewhat specious in light of these observations.

As stated above, the B772 fleet is also ever so slightly underused, but not to the same extent as the A332. In comparison to international standards though, this fleet is indeed displaying low utilization levels.

The A343, A345, A388 and B773 fleet are scheduled with pretty normal utilization rates, both within the EK fleet and in comparison to international standards of airline operations. (...)

With utilization ratio scores of well over 100, the B77L and B77W fleets are clearly scheduled above average in terms of daily utilization."


Citation from here: http://www.airliners.net/aviation-fo....main/4939112/

A very-very good and well based analysis of Emirates' operations!

well he kinda answers his own question there. the the 332s and 772s are comparatively underutilized because they are deployed mainly on short haul sectors - missions for which they were not really intended for - unlike other airlines. aside from that, the quality of the product on these aircraft is not great, and the airline couldn't possibly use them to compete on many sectors.

the airline presumably has to use the 777-200LR on a medium range flight to geneva because they have deployed the 300ERs on the most profitable routes (now including US west coast), and they are left with only the 200LR as the only alternative. you really wouldn't want to use the 332 to service Geneva!

[Parisian Girl]

by ASC Staff on Dec 1, 2010

The UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has banned ‘certain foreign aircraft’ from UAE skies over failure to comply with safety and security standards.

Amongst the planes banned are a DC8-63F, which was excluded for undertaking maintenance at a UAE airport without obtaining a license from GCAA.

A DC-9 aircraft was banned for safety and security reasons and a B-747-200 for violating UAE airspace regulations.

An L1011-500 was banned from operating in the UAE for failing to obtain a license from the GCAA.

Nineteen operators have so far been sanctioned by the GCAA in 2010.

“The GCAA, represented by its teams and inspectors, seeks to ensure that all aircraft operating in the UAE comply with the highest international safety and security standards,” said Saif Mohammad Al Suwaidi, director general, GCAA.

“Being the authority in charge of the civil aviation sector in the UAE, the GCAA will not hesitate to take any action in the future against any aircraft and against any local or international air operator in the event of any violation of the applicable instructions in the UAE or non-compliance with any security and safety standard.”

http://www.arabiansupplychain.com/ar...oreign-planes/

[Parisian Girl]

Both of Emirates' daily Perth-Dubai flights are now on a Boeing 777

PUBLISHED 2 Dec, 2010

Emirates’ two daily flights from Perth to Dubai will both feature a Boeing 777 as of today, with the UAE carrier replacing the previous Airbus A340 on the morning EK425 service for the sake of “product consistency”.

The new 777-200LR aircraft is kitted out to the same three-class standard as Emirates’ A380s with eight private suites in First Class, 42 flat-beds in business class, and 216 economy class seats with a 33 inch pitch (two inches more legroom than Qantas’ standard economy seat in an A380 or 747-400).

The upgraded in-flight entertainment system has over 1,200 music and movie channels, according to Emirates. (And if you don’t want to take their word for it, feel free to count them on your next trip).

Emirates is the only airline in Australia with the Boeing 777-200LR, the aptly-named long-range version of the 777.

“The introduction of the new aircraft will ensure an enhanced and consistent travel experience for Emirates’ passengers to Dubai and beyond” says Darren Tyrrell, Emirates Sales Manager for WA.

“The early morning EK425 service also allows Emirates flyers to have breakfast in Perth, lunch in Dubai and dinner in Europe”.

All classes of travel enjoy complimentary gourmet food and beverages, and generous baggage allowances starting with a maximum 30kg in economy class. You can also check one set of golf clubs for free, even if your luggage is already at the 30kg limit.

http://www.ausbt.com.au/news/view/31...to-perth-dubai

[zerozol]

Originally Posted by luv2bebrown

well he kinda answers his own question there. the the 332s and 772s are comparatively underutilized because they are deployed mainly on short haul sectors - missions for which they were not really intended for - unlike other airlines. aside from that, the quality of the product on these aircraft is not great, and the airline couldn't possibly use them to compete on many sectors.

the airline presumably has to use the 777-200LR on a medium range flight to geneva because they have deployed the 300ERs on the most profitable routes (now including US west coast), and they are left with only the 200LR as the only alternative. you really wouldn't want to use the 332 to service Geneva!

Well, if you read the analyse carefully, you will see that he's answering not his own questions, but he's finding answers to the basic questions of an operational analysis (questions laid down in the economic studies)...

The utilization of a long-haul aircract on a short/medium haul-route is an other question than the daily/weekly/monthly utilization. The former speaks about the relation between sectors/flight hours/cycles, the latter shows the daily "exploitation" of an aircraft (10 hours a day, 12 or 14 hours etc.).

Cheers.

[Parisian Girl]

Latest study says Dubai carrier owns 155 long-haul aircraft

By Staff | Published Sunday, December 05, 2010


Emirates owns 155 long-haul aircraft which is the highest number by any airline in the world. (FILE)

Dubai-based Emirates airline has overtaken German carrier Lufthansa to become the world’s largest fleet for long-haul flights and long – haul traffic, according to a latest study.

According to a study by Arthur D. Little, a consultancy firm, Emirates owns 155 long-haul aircraft which is the highest number by any airline in the world, WirtschaftsWoche http://www.wiwo.de/ magazine said quoting the report.

It also said that major European carriers like Air France-KLM Group, British Airways and Lufthansa will substantially lose market share to Gulf airlines such as Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates in the coming years. The report also said that personnel costs and fees of Gulf carriers are 30 per cent less than those European airlines which help them make more competitive and profitable.

Emirates 24|7

[Dubaiiscool:)]

Shane McGinley

Monday, 6 December 2010


Flanagan believes the issue is no longer just about landing right and is now a bigger diplomatic issue. (Bloomberg Images)

Germany’s Lufthansa, Europe’s largest airline, is encouraging Canadian authorities to block Emirate Airline’s bid to expand the number of flights it operates to Canada, the vice chairman of the Dubai-based carrier told Arabian Business.
“They are targeting Emirates, being egged on by Lufthansa… It is purely the protection of Air Canada,” Maurice Flanagan, vice chairman of Emirates Airline, told Arabian Business of Canadian authorities refusal to allow the Dubai-based carrier to increase the number of flights it operates to Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver.
“We have perfect open skies to the United States, we can fly anywhere we wish with any capacity and any frequency so we go to New York, San Francisco, Los Angles they are all non-stop. Canada we are restricted to three flights a week [which is] absolutely ridiculous when the market is there for double daily Toronto, double daily Vancouver, and double daily Calgary. The market is there,” Flanagan added.
The breakdown of talks between the two governments in October has resulted in the deterioration of diplomatic relations between the two countries, with the UAE recently increasing visa restrictions for Canadian visitors.

While Canada has said the current number of flights are enough to service the market between the two countries, Flanagan disagreed: “They know it’s simply not true, there are 26,000 Canadians working here, enormous trade between just Dubai, not just the UAE, that’s ten times as much with Switzerland but they’ve given Switzerland open skies, all in protection of Air Canada.”
Canadians travelling to the Middle East currently have to transit through major European airports, such as Frankfurt, which is the main hub for Germany’s Lufthansa. Lufthansa and Air Canada are linked through their membership of the Star Alliance airline association.
“(Air Canada) would rather its passengers be diverted through hubs in Europe to access these destinations; no matter how inconvenient, costly or time-consuming… Why should Canadian consumers be dictated to by the narrow interests of Air Canada’s and its fellow Star Alliance member Lufthansa?” Emirates said in a press brochure issued last month.
Looking to the future, Flanagan believes the issue is no longer just about landing right and is now a bigger diplomatic issue: “It is heavily political now; we are almost out of the picture.”
GCC airlines, such as Etihad, Dubai’s Emirates and Qatar Airways have recently been criticised by European airlines, which say government subsidies and access to cheap financing have allowed Gulf carriers to expand rapidly.
Emirates overtook Lufthansa last year as the biggest carrier on international flights, following a sixfold increase in traffic since 2000, when it ranked 24th.

http://www.arabianbusiness.com/lufth...an-365633.html

[noir-dresses]

http://www.flightglobal.com/articles...rt-office.html

Bombardier open's Dubai support office.

[killerk]

Hong Kong carrier Cathay Pacific will service Abu Dhabi for the first time from June 2011, when it flies four weekly services to the UAE capital.
Cathay already connects Hong Kong and the nearby Pearl River Delta industrial heartland with the UAE via its double-daily Dubai service.
The route will be served by an A330-300 with a two-class configuration.
The carrier also announced that CEO Tony Tyler would step down from his position at the end of March 2011, and will be replaced by chief operating officer John Slosar.

Tyler will take on leadership of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), currently headed up by director general and CEO Giovanni Bisignani.
“This announcement comes as a result of Abu Dhabi Airports Company [ADAC] aggressive route development strategy and the close cooperation with Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority in demonstrating the benefits to the Cathay Pacific from the major economic and tourism transformation underway in Abu Dhabi,” said ADAC chairman Khalifa Al Mazrouei.
Cathay’s service to Abu Dhabi will begin on 2 June.

Source: http://www.arabianbusiness.com/catha...rk-365784.html

[Parisian Girl]

by ASC Staff on Dec 6, 2010

Nasair, Saudi Arabia’s one remaining low cost carrier, has launched ten flights per week between Dubai and KSA’s two major cities, Riyadh and Jeddah.

Nasair, launched in 2007, now operates more than 450 flights per week and serves 24 domestic and international destinations.

“We have seen a marked increase in demand from passengers to travel between Dubai and Saudi Arabia so opening up this route was a logical step in our strategic expansion plans,” said Sulaiman Al Hamdan, CEO of National Air Services (NAS Holding).

“According to recent statistics, passenger figures through Dubai are up 14% in 2010, which demonstrates the importance of the emirate as a major travel hub in the region.

“By 2011, we will have 18 flights per week from Riyadh, Jeddah and Al Dammam to Dubai.”

Nasair aims to carry 2.2 million passengers in 2010 and launch at least three more international routes by the first quarter of 2011.

Nasair has 13 planes in its fleet, including Embraer E190s and Airbus A320s.

http://www.arabiansupplychain.com/ar...ties-to-dubai/