March 15, 2021| 565 0

Looking East: What’s Behind Wizz Abu Dhabi’s Asian Expansion?

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has announced its first-ever flights to Asia, which will feature in its 10-strong route network this May. With massive gaps remaining in the schedules of its first four aircraft, many more routes will be announced soon. Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has announced its first-ever flights from the United Arab Emirates capital to Asia, with two …

March 11, 2021| 569 0

Etihad’s CEO Casts Doubts On Airbus A380s Return

Tony Douglas, CEO of the Etihad Group, has cast doubt over whether the Airbus A380 will return to the skies for the Aub Dhabi-based carrier. The airline’s fleet has spent the past year grounded due to the pandemic. Thanks to the Dubai-based airline Emirates, the giant Airbus A380 remains a common sight in the skies above the United Arab Emirates. Wi …

February 4, 2021| 547 0

Wizz Air ready for “transition year” amid EX-YU expansion

Wizz Air has said 2021 will be a “year of transition” as restrictions ease, although expects most will stay in place during the first quarter of the year. It comes as the budget carrier announced its fourth base in the former Yugoslavia, in Sarajevo, which will launch on May 20, as well as expansion elsewhere, with two new routes each to commence f …

January 15, 2021| 582 0

Exclusive: Wizz Air CEO Outlines Expansion Plans Amid Abu Dhabi Launch

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi commenced services today with its first flight to Athens, Greece from Abu Dhabi, UAE. With this highly-anticipated launch, Wizz Air CEO József Váradi spoke with Simple Flying about what to expect from this new venture. The executive sees plenty of room for development and is already thinking ahead about aircraft additions and des …

January 14, 2021| 534 0

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi Keen To Launch Tel Aviv Flights

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has revealed plans to add a third route to its network. Launching tomorrow with two routes to Greece, the airline will next begin flying to Tel Aviv, Israel, from mid-February onwards. With this addition, the new airline is joining the growing list of carriers making the most of the newly forged peace deal in the Middle East. Wizz …

January 14, 2021| 562 0

Etihad Launches Kids Fly Free To Abu Dhabi Campaign

Etihad Airways has launched a new promotion that sees kids flying free when adults book flights to Abu Dhabi or Dubai. The promotion is valid for bookings made in the next two weeks and for children up to 11. Around the world, airlines are seeking to try and stimulate travel bookings following the worst crisis ever to hit the aviation industry. For …

January 6, 2021| 570 0

How Qatar Airways Will Benefit From The End Of The Blockade

2021 has started with some positive diplomatic news for Qatar Airways and its neighborhood relations. Saudi Arabia, along with other states, has agreed to reopen its land and air borders, ending the three-and-a-half-year blockade. The end of the blockade will benefit Qatar Airways immensely, and here’s why. Airspace access Qatar Airways’ biggest bene …

January 5, 2021| 660 0

Etihad to work closely with Air Serbia

Etihad Airways has said it will continue to work closely with Air Serbia after reducing its ownership stake in the airline. Commenting on the matter, an Etihad spokesperson told EX-YU Aviation News, “Following the Serbian government’s recapitalization of Air Serbia, Etihad’s shareholding has diluted from 49% to 18%. We are pleased the Serbian gover …

January 3, 2021| 510 0

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi –  What To Expect From The New Airline

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi is now just under two weeks from its inaugural flight. The Hungarian budget carrier is hoping to replicate its European success in the Middle East by offering ultra-low-fares on popular routes. Here’s what to expect from the airline’s newest project. First flight Originally slated to launch in October, Wizz Air decided to push back …

January 1, 2021| 629 0

Etihad Makes Moves To Fully Exit From Air Serbia

Etihad and Air Serbia are no longer the strong partners they used to be for the past seven years. Both airlines have now permanently suspended Belgrade to Abu Dhabi flights, Etihad has sold much of its share in Air Serbia, and their wide-ranging codeshare network has ended. At the same time, the Serbian government has paid $120 million for much of …

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