Boeing and Delta Air Lines have announced the U.S. carrier placed its first direct order for up to 60 787 Dreamliners to support long-haul international growth and renew the airline’s widebody fleet. Delta’s purchase of 30 787-10 jets – with opportunity for up to 30 more of the largest 787 variant – will enable the airline’s expansion and modernization plans on high-demand transatlantic and South American routes.

Royal Caribbean Group is raising the bar for loyalty across the vacation industry with the introduction of Points Choice, part of a groundbreaking new program created to give loyal guests something extraordinary: the freedom to earn points on any of its three brands and apply them where they matter most, regardless of the ship they’re sailing.

Following the successful delivery of the Boeing 787-9, christened “Berlin” and featuring an impressive XXL crane, Lufthansa is expecting two more aircraft in the special 100th anniversary livery. In the coming days, an Airbus A320neo and an Airbus A350-900 will leave the paint shops in Norwich, England, and Châteauroux, France: both aircraft feature the iconic anniversary design.

The Emirate of Sharjah has achieved a new global milestone by obtaining “Advanced Affiliate” membership within the World Health Organization’s Global Network for Age-Friendly Cities and Communities, becoming the first Arab city to reach this status.

Emirates has announced a significant six-year partnership with the Hero Dubai Desert Classic (HDDC), further strengthening the airline’s long-standing commitment to supporting golf in Dubai.

Ethiopian Aviation University, the largest aviation center of excellence in Africa, graduates 457 aviation professionals from 12 countries. The graduates were trainees of the university’s Pilot Training, Aircraft Maintenance Training, and Cabin Crew Training schools. Marking the trainees’ achievement, the university held a vibrant graduation ceremony at its facility today.