Abu dhabi: The International Aviation Consulting and Training (IACT), the commercial and training arm of the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), has achieved Full Membership in the ICAO TRAINAIR PLUS Programme – a major milestone in its journey. According to Emirates News Agency, IACT first secured Associate Membership in 2020, and within just five years progressed to Full Membership – a strategic goal set since its establishment in 2016. This achievement reflects IACT’s strong commitment to aligning with global aviation training standards and advancing excellence in human capital development in the UAE and beyond. This accomplishment stands as a testament

Abu dhabi: The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has officially published its Civil Aviation Regulation (CAR) on Aerodrome Crisis Management (ACM), a regulation designed to transform how aerodromes prepare for, respond to, and recover from crises, emergencies, and operational disruptions. According to Emirates News Agency, the regulation was developed through collaboration with the UAE’s airports and international best practices. It establishes a holistic, integrated, and proactive framework for aerodrome crisis management. This regulation marks a strategic shift away from traditional reactive and compartmentalized models toward a coordinated, performance-driven approach that enhances safety, business continuity, and operational excellence across the

Kamchatka: An earthquake measuring 5.6 on the Richter scale struck off the eastern coast of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula on Thursday. According to Emirates News Agency, the Kamchatka branch of the Geophysical Service of the Russian Academy of Sciences reported that the earthquake’s epicentre was at a depth of 50.4 km and occurred 208 km from the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. On 30th July, the strongest earthquake in the entire monitoring period struck off the coast of Kamchatka, measuring 8.8 on the Richter scale.

Abu dhabi: Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, the 2nd Abu Dhabi Effortless Customer Experience Awards has been officially launched by the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE). The awards honour entities and companies that have transformed customer journeys through seamless, proactive, and effortless services. They also promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging Abu Dhabi Government entities to reduce effort, enhance satisfaction, and deliver solutions that meet real-world needs. According to Emirates News Agency, the 2nd

Abu dhabi: du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, in collaboration with the Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an, the Abu Dhabi Government’s official channel to receive social contributions, has announced a contribution of AED3 million to support cancer patients. According to Emirates News Agency, the announcement was made in the presence of Hamad Al Dhaheri, Undersecretary of the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi, underscoring the government’s commitment to strengthening community-driven healthcare initiatives. The funding will be used to provide critical medical treatment, patient care services, and healthcare programs aimed at improving outcomes. The initiative aligns with

Virginia: A US Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet crashed into ocean waters off the coast of Virginia on Wednesday morning, officials said. According to Emirates News Agency, CBS News quoted Navy spokesperson Lt. Jackie Parashar as saying that a little before 10 a.m. ET, a pilot assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 83 ejected from a Super Hornet during a routine training flight. Search teams were deployed, and the pilot was rescued at about 11:21 a.m., Parashar said. The crashed jet has not yet been recovered from the water, Parashar said. The cause of the crash is under investigation.

Dubai: The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE), in collaboration with Al Nasr Sports Club, has issued commemorative silver coins to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the establishment of Al Nasr Sports Club, one of the most prestigious sports clubs in the UAE. The issuance of the coin is a tribute to the Club’s role in supporting the sports movement and enhancing national identity over the past eight decades. According to Emirates News Agency, the CBUAE issued 1,000 commemorative silver coins, each weighing 40 grammes, with a design that combines the club’s symbolism and its rich heritage. The

Abu dhabi: The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) launched its Knowledge Lounge initiative in the Arab Republic of Egypt as part of its constant efforts to instill a culture of quality reading in the Arabic language and nurture the youth’s intellectual potential. The launch was held at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, during a session moderated by writer Said Mahmoud and attended by prominent literary and cultural figures. According to Emirates News Agency, Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, stated, ‘The launch of the Knowledge Lounge in Egypt marks a significant milestone in MBRF’s regional expansion strategy, which aims