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Air Arabia's first flight takes off from Ras Al Khaimah to Yekaterinburg, Russia

Ras Al-Khaimah, October 29: Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa's first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, has announced the start of its weekly non-stop flight between Ras Al Khaimah and Yekaterinburg, Russia. This new route is part of Air Arabia's continued expansion from Ras Al Khaimah, offering passengers affordable and convenient travel options.

SpiceJet launches daily direct flights to Phuket from Delhi and Mumbai

Gurugram, September 29: SpiceJet has announced the launch of daily non-stop flights to Phuket, Thailand's largest and most popular island, from Delhi and Mumbai, marking its second destination in Thailand after Bangkok.

Air Arabia reports second quarter 2025 net profit of AED 415 million

Sharjah, August 14: Air Arabia (PJSC), the Middle East and North Africa's first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, today announced strong financial and operational results for the second quarter and first half of 2025, as the airline continued to expand its network, further solidifying its leadership position in the market.

Air Arabia reports strong Q1 net profit of AED 355 million

Sharjah, May 13: Air Arabia (PJSC), the first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator in the Middle East and North Africa, today reported a strong first quarter of 2025 financial and operational results, as the airline continued to expand its network and further strengthening its leadership position in the market.

Dominance of foreign airlines on international routes to benefit Indian carriers: ICRA

New Delhi, March 20: The dominance of foreign airlines on international routes presents a significant growth opportunity for Indian carriers, according to a report by rating agency ICRA.

Air Arabia reports record AED 1.6 bn profit in 2024

Sharjah, February 14: Air Arabia today announced its financial and operational results for the full year ending December 31, 2024.

Daemyung Sono Group moves to acquire T'way Air

Seoul, Jan 22: Daemyung Sono Group, a leading condominium and resort company in South Korea, said on Wednesday it is seeking to acquire management control of low-cost carrier (LCC) T'way Air to improve the airline's operations and financial health.

Akasa Air appoints Belson Coutinho as COO amid rising competition

Mumbai, Jan 7: Low-cost carrier Akasa Air on Tuesday said it has appointed Belson Coutinho as its Chief Operating Officer (COO).