Saudi and French Firms Acquire 37.6% Stake in Heathrow Airport
Saudi Arabia’s PIF and French Ardian set to acquire nearly 38% of Heathrow Airport for £3.3 billion, marking a major investment in the UK’s largest airport.
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China Eastern Launches C919 Flights Boosting Shanghai-Guangzhou Connectivity
China Eastern Airlines launches its C919 jets on the Shanghai-Guangzhou line, boosting connectivity with 36 daily flights and expanding its domestically built fleet.
Saudi and Chinese Companies Complete First Unmanned Air Taxi Trial in Mecca
Saudi and Chinese companies successfully conduct the first unmanned air taxi trial in Mecca, aiming to enhance travel efficiency and sustainability during Hajj.
Gulf Airlines Soar Towards Decarbonization: Leading the Sustainable Skies
Gulf Arab airlines are pioneering efforts to decarbonize aviation, balancing rapid growth with sustainability goals towards a net-zero future by 2050.
China’s HH-100 Cargo Drone Achieves Successful Maiden Flight
China’s AVIC successfully completed the maiden flight of its HH-100 cargo drone, showcasing its potential in air logistics, firefighting, and emergency relief operations.
China Eastern Launches New Shanghai-Guangzhou Route with C919 Jet
China Eastern Airlines inaugurates a new Shanghai-Guangzhou route with its domestically made C919 aircraft, boosting daily flight capacity and marking a milestone in China’s aviation industry.
China’s AC311A Helicopter Successfully Completes Challenging Lhasa Sling-Load Test
China’s AC311A helicopter successfully completes a major sling-load flight test in Lhasa, demonstrating its robust performance in high-altitude conditions.
China’s COMAC Jets Successfully Test Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Demo Flights
China’s COMAC successfully conducted demo flights of its ARJ21 and C919 jets using Sustainable Aviation Fuel, highlighting a significant advancement in green aviation technology.
China’s C919 Takes Off on First Overseas Chartered Flight
China Eastern Airlines’ C919 jetliner completes its first overseas commercial chartered flight, enhancing connectivity and showcasing China’s aviation advancements.
Chinese Mainland Introduces Export Controls on Aviation and Space Technologies
The Chinese mainland is set to enforce new export controls on specific aviation and aerospace technologies starting July 1, aiming to enhance national security and adhere to international obligations.