LONDON: British Airways unveiled what could be its pilot class of 2022 last night, as 100 students were given the chance to give flying a go, at the airline’s headquarters near Heathrow. The airline’s aim is to inspire and encourage the next generation to pursue a career as a British Airways pilot. Pilots from across the airline turned out in force to …

News Desk FORT WORTH, Texas: American Airlines today announced the promotion of Greg Schwendinger to Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis. Schwendinger replaces Heather Garboden, who will leave the company in November. He will report to Kenji Hashimoto, Senior Vice President of Finance and Corporate Development. Greg Schwendinger named Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis FORT WORTH, Texas …

BIZ TODAY REPORT ABU DHABI: The second day of the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show 2018 (ADIBS) organised by Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC), witnessed high visitor’s footfall and exciting product launched of the latest exclusive editions of luxury yachts and boats by leading regional and international companies. The 31,000 square meter ADNEC marina came alive with the sights …

News Desk KUWAIT: Emirates Aviation University (EAU) recently exhibited at the Q8 EduEx – International Higher Education Expo 2018 in Kuwait, an event designed to provide both current and prospective students a chance to meet and interact directly with representatives of top universities around the world. Emirates Aviation University showcased its wide range of programmes and degrees including: aeronautical engineering, …

MUSCAT: Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has been awarded the Signum Virtutis, the seal of excellence, from the Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards 2018. The airline was voted winner for the best airline in the Middle East, Africa and Europe. Competitors included leading international airlines from around the world. The ceremony took place …

LOS ANGELES: Yesterday, American Airlines and Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) officially broke ground on a $1.6 billion modernization project to fully reimagine Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Terminals 4 and 5. The project marks American’s largest individual investment at an airport in its 92-year history and reaffirms the airline’s commitment to Los Angeles. Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, Los …

ABU DHABI: His Highness Sheikh Nahyan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Sports Council, inaugurated the first edition of the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS) 2018 which kicked off today (Wednesday, 17th of October 2018) in the presence of a …

News Desk DUBAI: DXB is now home to another first, this time, the very first stand-alone Nutella Café in an airport. The recently opened café in the airport’s Concourse B is dedicated to the delicious hazelnut chocolate spread, with a wide choice of tasty crepes and waffles slathered in the oozy treat, plus sweet muffins and choux pastries. The café …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: The inaugural edition of the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS), hosted and organized by Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC), will kick off tomorrow under the patronage of H.H Sheikh Nahyan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation and Chairman of …

LONDON: British Airways gave the UK’s Invictus Games Sydney 2018 squad, a heroes’ send off at Heathrow this afternoon (October 16) ahead of their 10,558-mile flight down under. Team UK, a 72-strong group of wounded, injured and sick serving military personnel and veterans were photographed before they boarded this evening’s BA15 to Sydney. The airline has specially decorated the Boeing …