Airlines

DAMAC Air: Dubai’s New Luxury Airline Offers Free Flights for Registration

Dubai-based real estate giant DAMAC Properties has soared into aviation with the launch of its luxury airline, DAMAC Air.

Unveiled on Monday, November 11, the airline is capturing attention by offering complimentary trips to those who register on its official website.

DAMAC Air sets out to redefine luxury travel, operating flights to six stunning holiday destinations: Seychelles, Maldives, Bali, Bora Bora, Fiji, and Hawaii. With its focus on tropical paradises, the airline aims to deliver an unparalleled travel experience for its elite clientele.

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As a new player in the luxury airline market, DAMAC Air will compete with other premium carriers like Beond, Rotana Jet, and Fly FIVE.

However, with DAMAC Properties’ robust financial backing, it has the potential to establish itself as a formidable contender. Notably, Moody’s recently upgraded DAMAC’s outlook from stable to positive, highlighting the company’s impressive sales, cash flow, and strategic growth.

According to DAMAC Air’s website, the airline aims to offer “unparalleled journeys capturing the essence of the world’s most coveted tropical paradises.”

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While exact operational details and launch dates remain undisclosed, its lifestyle-driven approach to air travel is expected to reshape the luxury aviation market.

For those eager to experience this elevated form of travel, DAMAC Air invites travelers to register on its website for a chance to win free flights. This initiative signals a bold start for a venture poised to become a key player in the world of luxury air travel.

Airlines

Sanctions & Engine Issues Ground Half of Russia’s A320neo fleet

Russia’s aviation sector, already strained by Western sanctions, faces another setback as nearly half of its Airbus A320neo family aircraft are grounded due to unresolved engine issues.

This development highlights the growing challenges for russia commercial aircraft in maintaining their fleets under the weight of global restrictions and limited access to spare parts.

Out of the 66 Airbus A320neo and A321neo jets in Russia, 34 are now out of service, according to the Kommersant business newspaper. These planes are powered by engines manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation.

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The engines are affected by a previously identified defect in the metal used for certain parts, prompting accelerated inspections and maintenance.

Sanctions have compounded the issue, blocking the supply of essential components from major manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. Without proper maintenance, experts warn that these aircraft may face decommissioning as early as 2026.

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Airlines like S7, which operates a significant portion of these grounded jets, plan to conserve the engines for future use during peak travel seasons. However, reports suggest that over 20 of S7’s Airbus planes have engines that have already reached the end of their operational lifespan. Recently, russia seeks assistance from kazakhstan’s airlines to bolster its domestic flights.

While some A320neo and A321neo planes in Russia are equipped with French-made LEAP engines, which are seen as less problematic, the challenges remain daunting.

The situation underscores the long-term impact of sanctions on Russia’s aviation sector and the increasing difficulties in keeping its modern fleets operational.