Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA)

Travellers to Dubai must present a valid negative Covid-19 PCR test certificate for a test taken no more than 48 hours before departure from 22 April

The new law implemented by Dubai's ruler consolidate the emirate's global leadership in civil aviation, enhance its attractiveness as a destination for aviation businesses and further…

Recent reports state that Middle East outpaces global growth in air traffic, airports in the region are investing millions of dollars toward airport technology and system upgrades to…

The 16th edition of Airport Show is gearing up with strong participation. The event is scheduled to take place from 9-11 May 2016 in Dubai. Participation is expected from more than…

Recent statistics state that a staggering AED120 billion investments are in place in airport developments in the UAE. These airports last year handled over 101 million passengers…

A strong speaker line-up is scheduled for the third edition of Global Airport Leaders’ Forum (GALF). The event is slated to be held alongside the 15th edition of Airport Show. The…

Preparations for the Global Airport Leaders’ Forum (GALF 2015) are shaping up on a strategic note. An advisory board consisting of representatives from international, government and…

Recent statistics from the UAE airspace state that growth will continue to be the trend. Looking back in time, in 1986 UAE airspace saw only 342 daily aircraft movements while in 2014…

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, president of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA), chairman of Dubai Airports and chairman and chief executive of Emirates Airline and…

Dubai Air Navigation Services (DANS) celebrated the graduation of its first batch of employees. These graduates completed a comprehensive one-year career development programme. The…

Dubai Air Navigation Services (DANS) is planning to invest AED nine million to upgrade the world’s largest 360-degree tower simulator it has developed over the years at a cost of AED20…

Dubai is gearing up to host the 15th edition of the Airport Show. The event is scheduled to be held from 10-12 May 2015 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre…

The agenda and line-up of speakers for the Global Airport Leaders’ Forum (GALF-2014) has been decided by an advisory board consisting of representatives from international, government…

The aviation industry in Dubai has seen positive growth and momentum. This was recently highlighted by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, president of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority…

Dubai Airports is supporting the global cancer awareness initiative by unveiling the world’s largest cancer awareness ribbon. This was done on the air traffic control tower at Dubai…

Lufthansa will not be moving to Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC) in 2014 or 2015 because it lacks necessary infrastructure, an executive at the German airline has…

The ever-growing aviation industry needs a strategy map which will be outlined by the new Supreme Committee. This new Committee will be headed by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum,…

The second Aviation Safety Culture Summit is fast gaining momentum to be held from 3-4 February 2014. The event is being held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed…

Recent information on aviation growth in Dubai has been released by Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) through its online publication. The areas of importance are the progressive…

The Arabian Gulf states with expanding airports are investing massively in security to eliminate potential risks and threats for enhanced passenger experience. As demand for air travel…

The much-awaited new passenger terminal at Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC) opened its doors for business. The airport witnessed an official inauguration followed by…

The global aviation industry in the Middle East is witnessing solid interest. This is evident from the pre-bookings of the Airport Show-2014. The event scheduled to take place from 11-13…

flydubai recently moved its eight daily flight operations from the main terminal at Kuwait International Airport to the Sheikh Saad Al Abdallah General Aviation Terminal. The move to the…

The UAE represented by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has signed a Record of Discussions (RoD) with the government of the People's Republic of China in Yinchuan. The new…

The Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) has projected 375,000 aircraft movement for the Dubai International Airport and Dubai World Central (DWC) in 2013, rising to 665,000 in 2020. In…

Aviation’s contribution to Dubai’s GDP is expected to reach AED165 billion, which is equivalent to 32%, up from 28% recorded in 2011.  The aviation sector employs more than five percent of…

The Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) and Dubai Travel and Tour Agents Group (DTTAG) inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), intended to ensure closer cooperation between the two…

As they brace themselves to take on the world competition by strongly emerging as the new global travel hubs, the six Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states are investing millions of dollars…

Under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saaed al Maktoum, president, Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, DCAA will launch the ‘Aviation Safety Culture’ Conference on 29-30 January…

Regional airports are increasingly focused on enhanced security, efficient operations and enhanced constituent service to meet the ever-increasing volume of passengers and cargo. This would…