Airline News - Africa / Middle East

Airguide Online, August 7, 2006

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Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways introduced e-ticketing on flights from Abu Dhabi to Brussels, Toronto, Bangkok, Mumbai and New Delhi and will launch it across its network by year end. Aug 4, 2006

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways is set to ramp up services to India with additional frequencies and cities. Currently it flies daily to Mumbai and thrice-weekly to Delhi. Its radar includes Hyderabad, Chennai and Bangalore, although no selection has been made. Aug 4, 2006

Saudi Arabian Airlines

Saudi Arabian Airlines finalized a privatization program for five of its units--catering, cargo, ground handling, pilot training and technical services--and is preparing to submit its plan to national authorities for certification. According to the Arab Air Carriers Organization, the airline said the new units will be financially and managerially independent and sold through a public offering. Aug 4, 2006