Emirates Flight Academy will help address the need for 40,000 pilots in the Middle East over the next two decades in support of a fast growing aviation sector. Representatives of the academy have been explaining the latest developments at Dubai Air Show, running from 17 to 21 November at
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, today announced a ?step-change in global aviation,? with the launch of its first branded regional operation, after taking a 33.3 per cent stake in Swiss carrier Darwin Airline. Following completion of the minority investment, which is subject to
Etihad Airways has confirmed firm orders for 87 Airbus and 56 Boeing aircraft, with a further 56 options and purchase rights. The new aircraft will be powered by 127 GE Aviation, 115 Rolls-Royce and 52 CFM engines. The new aircraft will be used to support the ambitious growth strategy
Emirates has placed an order for 150?Boeing 777X, comprising 35 Boeing 777-8Xs and 115 Boeing 777-9Xs, plus 50 purchase rights; and an additional 50 Airbus A380 aircraft. ?Together, the Boeing and Airbus orders, excluding purchase rights, are worth an estimated US$ 99 billion at list prices. These
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Officials of New Castle Hotels and Resorts, a leading hotel owner, operator and developer, today named Shannon Moore general manager of the 88-room Hilton Garden Inn, at Portland Maine’s International Jetport. ?An expanded airport hotel will not only satisfy a need, but support the growth of this vibrant
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Flying Blue members will be able to enjoy new travel opportunities to earn and use Award Miles. The national airline of Indonesia founded in 1949, Garuda Indonesia offers a full range of services and operates its flights with a modern fleet of over 80 aircraft. The airline?s network covers
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Airline announces first ever non-stop service to Scotland’s capital city of Edinburgh TEMPE, Ariz., Nov. 18, 2013 /PRNewswire/ –?This summer, US Airways (NYSE: LCC) customers will be able to take advantage of new non-stop daily service from the airline’s international gateway at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
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Mexican real estate investment trust Fibra Hotel said on Thursday it had signed a deal with U.S. hotel chain?Marriott International Inc?to build and operate 20 new hotels?in Mexico by 2016. “The first six?hotels?were signed this week and will add approximately 800 rooms to the
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Crystal Mountain’s Board of Directors and Administration are proud to announce the promotion of Stephanie Scott to Crystal Spa Director and Marcus Matthews to Spa/Wellness Manager. The announcement comes as Crystal Mountain prepares to celebrate five years since the new Crystal Spa and renovated Peak Fitness Center opened
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Hotel Equities (HE) recently named Bob Keating to the position of Director of Business Development. As a member of the firm?s development team, Keating works directly with hotel owners who are looking for the best third-party partners to manage their existing hotels, new builds and portfolios. ?An innovative
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Fontainebleau Miami Beach announces the appointment of John Garland to the position of Vice President of Finance. In this position, John will direct and oversee all aspects of the finance and accounting functions of the iconic 20-acre, 1,504-room oceanfront resort. Additionally, he will provide leadership in the
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Houston, Texas – November 18, 2013 – Benchmark Hospitality International, a leading U.S.-based hospitality management company, has named Jay Rocha general manager for Cheyenne Mountain Resort. Todd Felsen, vice president operations, made the announcement on behalf of the property, a Benchmark Resort? located at the foot of Cheyenne Mountain in
