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Ironically, just as we were at the LEAP exhibition in #Riyadh a Saudia Technic aircraft suffered a disastrous #birdstrike at Heathrow airport. Many approached our corner inside the Lenovo booth to ask for information and try to understand how this danger could be mitigated. It was indeed a somewhat fortunate coincidence, as everyone present at the fair, but not only, realised in just one day how much anyone is actually exposed to the danger of birdstrike. In addition to the danger, of course at stake are the millions of dollars to repair the aircraft wing that was badly damaged. Seeing the BCMS system in action at the fair, everyone in an obvious way wondered why there is not one at every airport. Because it is only after accidents have happened that you realise the value of prevention, the importance of making the airport perceived as a dangerous place for birds. This is the only way to reduce their numbers in areas where they are a danger and this can only be done by removing them from time to time, day by day by automated means supervised by humans. This is what we have done at the #Dhaka airport, where in one year we have reduced the presence of the birds by 45%, only thanks to the guidance provided by the BCMS to scare them away when they fly or stand in the #airport. #birdstrike #aviation #airsidesafety #bird #wildlifeprotection #flightsafety

Dubai's Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) has forged a significant partnership with ATS Technic to establish a state-of-the-art facility at Dubai South, marking a pivotal milestone in advancing the region's aviation sector. The agreement, formalized during the MRO Middle East event, underscores MBRAH's commitment to attracting key players to Dubai's aviation landscape. With ATS Technic's expertise in line maintenance and logistics services, the new facility is poised to offer a comprehensive range of EASA Part 145-approved maintenance solutions, cabin upgrades, and VIP aircraft refurbishments. Scheduled to be fully operational by 2025, the expansive hangar will accommodate multiple narrow-body family aircraft concurrently, catering to the growing demands of the aviation industry in the region. Tahnoon Saif, CEO of MBRAH, emphasized the strategic importance of the agreement, highlighting its role in bolstering Dubai South's position as a hub for global aerospace players. He reaffirmed MBRAH's commitment to providing an integrated economic environment conducive to international market connectivity. In response, Mahdi Altahaineh, CEO of ATS Technic, commended the UAE's robust MRO infrastructure and expressed gratitude for MBRAH's support in facilitating their expansion plans. As the region anticipates substantial growth in commercial aircraft deliveries, the partnership between MBRAH and ATS Technic is poised to play a pivotal role in meeting the evolving needs of the aviation sector while solidifying Dubai's status as a leading aviation hub in the Arab world. #aerospace #agreement #dubai

Dubai's Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) has forged a significant partnership with ATS TECHNIC to establish a state-of-the-art facility at Dubai South, marking a pivotal milestone in advancing the region's aviation sector. The agreement, formalized during the MRO Middle East event, underscores MBRAH's commitment to attracting key players to Dubai's aviation landscape. With ATS Technic's expertise in line maintenance and logistics services, the new facility is poised to offer a comprehensive range of EASA Part 145-approved maintenance solutions, cabin upgrades, and VIP aircraft refurbishments. Scheduled to be fully operational by 2025, the expansive hangar will accommodate multiple narrow-body family aircraft concurrently, catering to the growing demands of the aviation industry in the region. Tahnoon Saif, CEO of MBRAH, emphasized the strategic importance of the agreement, highlighting its role in bolstering Dubai South's position as a hub for global aerospace players. He reaffirmed MBRAH's commitment to providing an integrated economic environment conducive to international market connectivity. In response, Mahdi Altahaineh, CEO of ATS Technic, commended the UAE's robust MRO infrastructure and expressed gratitude for MBRAH's support in facilitating their expansion plans. As the region anticipates substantial growth in commercial aircraft deliveries, the partnership between MBRAH and ATS Technic is poised to play a pivotal role in meeting the evolving needs of the aviation sector while solidifying Dubai's status as a leading aviation hub in the Arab world. #aerospace #dubai #ATS

🌟 Latest News on Akasa Air! ✈️ Expansion Plans: Akasa Air is gearing up to add 200 aircraft over the next 8 years, including 226 Boeing 737 Max planes. That's massive growth on the horizon! 🌍 New Routes: Starting July 11, they're flying to Abu Dhabi, alongside their routes to Doha and Riyadh. Great news for regional connectivity! 🚫 Pilot Focus: They've paused hiring pilots for now, but their focus on pilot well-being and safety measures is commendable. It shows their commitment to top-notch operations. 📈 Strategy: CEO Vinay Dube's focus on internal growth and operational excellence over just competing is spot on. Akasa Air is set to shine in the aviation industry! #AviationGrowth #FutureOfFlight #airline #indianaviation #akasa #newairline #growth

Ibn Saud. USS Quincy. FDR. DC3. Saudia. The common thread - the birth of aviation in the Kingdom. The missing element? The airport where the DC-3s were based/operated from. A short feature this week in the series, “Aviation in Saudi: Past, Present, and Future.” The Kandara airport in Jeddah is said to be Saudia's first operating base and KSA's first airport. The airport doesn't exist anymore, it was redeveloped into a multi-purpose real estate parcel in the early 1980's. Kandara gave way to Saudia’s swanky new base in Jeddah, the King Abdulaziz International Airport. Fast forward to today, 28 airports across the length and breadth of the Kingdom serve communities with scheduled commercial operations. Next week, we will dive into more details of the Kingdom's current airport landscape and grand plans.   (Credits to respective photographer/s for image/s from the early days; views my own; happy to amend inaccuracies, if any)   P.S. The satellite image from 2023 still shows a part of the runway in the land parcel that was redeveloped. The image from 1956 is an aerial shot of Jeddah with a clear view of the runways at the Kandara Airport. #vision2030 #saudiaviationstrategy #aviation #saudiarabia

Customer satisfaction is priceless! Glad to see the Frequentis advanced automated tower solution featured by Abu Dhabi Airport during Dubai Airshow 2023. The solution was delivered as part of the Follow-The-Green program and helps Abu Dhabi Airport to achieve 3 strategic objectives: 1- efficiency: increased capacity with the ability to handle the extra flights following the opening of Terminal A. 2- sustainability: optimization of aircrafts movements and taxi time lead to direct reduction of carbon emissions, and significant fuel saving for the airlines. 3- safety: real time monitoring and analysis of the decisions made by the air traffic controllers to ensure full compliance with the safety regulations and standards. Frequentis Frequentis Air Traffic Management Alex Terbu, Jindrich Slavik, Thomas Fränzl, Wolfgang Hatzack Nasser Juma Alblooshi, Jane Boyle, Mazen M Thabet #airtrafficmanagement #airtrafficcontrol #aviationindustry #aviationnews #aviationdaily #aviationsafety #aviationworld #forasaferworld

As announced today ,by flydubai, in 2023, they soared to unprecedented heights, achieving extraordinary milestones that underline their commitment to excellence. flydubai proudly reports a record-breaking profit of AED 2.1 billion (USD 572 million), boasting a remarkable 75% increase from the previous year. Their annual revenue reached new heights, surging to AED 11.2 billion (USD 3 billion), marking a significant 23% increase compared to 2022. Passenger excitement reached its peak with a thrilling 31% year-on-year surge, as 13.8 million passengers embarked on unforgettable journeys with flydubai. Adding to their success, flydubai strategically expanded their wings by incorporating 13 new Boeing 737 aircraft into their fleet, resulting in a 27% increase in capacity. This positions flydubai for continued success and growth in the aviation industry of the UAE. These outstanding accomplishments reflect not only their dedication to excellence but also their pivotal role in shaping the future of aviation in the UAE. #flydubaiSuccess #AviationMilestones Ghareib Khatem

Mohammed bin Rashid has approved designs and initiated the #construction of a new passenger #terminal at Al Maktoum International #Airport. The project is valued at AED 128 billion and will be the largest airport in the world, with a capacity of up to 260 million passengers. It will be 5 times bigger than the current #Dubai International Airport, and all operations at Dubai International Airport will be shifted to it in the next few years. The new airport will have 400 #aircraft gates, and 5 parallel #runways and will incorporate advanced #technologies that are new to the #aviation sector. This #development marks a new era in global aviation growth, with Dubai poised to lead the sector for the next four decades. Dubai South is also building an entire airport city, which will house the most important companies in the world in the #logistics and air #transport sectors. It will increase the demand for #housing for one million people.

What is the Difference Between Aviation operations vs flight operations? In aviation operations, we have all the activities performed in the aviation sector where it is related to general aviation, commercial or military aviation. For example, for the manufacturing of the aircraft aviation operation would be its designing, manufacturing, and making the aircraft airworthiness or fit to fly. Same as other operations in different departments of aviation which would be related to aircraft or airports are in aviation operations. Following are the examples of aircraft-related operations:   • Manufacturing    • Maintaining   • Marking and coloring    • Airworthy   Some of the aviation operations related to airports are:   • Safety    • Security   • Air traffic control service    • Loading and unloading cargo/passengers  Primarily all the airside operation falls under the umbrella of aviation operations but on the landside, we have some non-aviation operations there (food, shopping), etc. To understand what are flight operations let me give an example there was news that said that Serene Air had started its flight operation in Dubai which means that now Serene Airlines is flying to Dubai Airport from Pakistan.  Flight operations are related to flying and with the help of this operation the aircraft safely fly to its desired destination. These include the following operations:   • Flight planning   • Security checks    • Flight Dispatch   • Operations Control   • Navigation   • Performance   • Landing and Overflight Permits   • Ground-to-air communications #Aviation #Flightoperatons #Aviationoperations #Airlines #Airports #Aircrafts #CommericalAviation

‘Good morning from King Fahad Int. Airport’ Look at this magnificent scene of Saudia aircraft passing over a bridge taxiway. On this occasion, let's talk about..." “ Bridge Taxiways: Enhancing Airport Safety and Efficiency” Bridge taxiways play a crucial role in airport infrastructure, providing a means for aircraft to cross over roads, railways, or other taxiways. These unique structures come with specific standards, classifications, and associated risks that must be carefully managed to ensure safe and efficient aircraft operations. Standards and Classifications: * The bridge portion width should match or exceed the graded area of the taxiway. * Minimum width standards based on code letters: * Code Letter A: 20.5 m * Code Letter B: 22 m * Code Letter C: 25 m * Code Letter D: 37 m * Code Letter E: 38 m * Code Letter F: 44 m Hazards and Risks: Several hazards and risks are associated with bridge taxiways, including aircraft overhang, structural integrity concerns, limited maneuvering space for emergency vehicles, jet blast effects, and various accident factors such as mechanical failures and visibility issues. These risks highlight the importance of proper design, maintenance, and operational procedures to mitigate potential incidents. Mitigation Measures: To address these risks effectively, airport authorities and operators must prioritize proper maintenance of bridge structures, clear signage and lighting for guidance, comprehensive training programs for personnel, and robust emergency response planning. By implementing these mitigation measures, the safety and efficiency of aircraft operations on bridge taxiways can be significantly enhanced. In conclusion, bridge taxiways serve as critical components of airport infrastructure, facilitating the movement of aircraft across obstacles. By adhering to established standards, understanding associated risks, and implementing appropriate mitigation measures, airports can ensure the safe and efficient operation of bridge taxiways, contributing to overall aviation safety. This article was written by “ SULTAN ALGHAMDI “ , based on the following references:" * : ICAO Doc 9157 Aerodrome Design Manual - Part 2 * : ICAO Doc 9157 Aerodrome Design Manual - Part 1 * Annex 14 — Aerodromes Volume I - Section 3.9.19 , 3.9.20 and 3.9.21 #AirportInfrastructure #BridgeTaxiways #AviationSafety #EfficientOperations #AirportDesign #HazardsMitigation #AerodromeStandards #ICAOGuidelines #EmergencyResponse #AirportManagement