Pilots’ personal debts are a growing concern for the aviation sector. That’s one of the topics discussed on the final day of the 2015 Gulf Aviation Training Event conference in Dubai. Pilots need at least US$ 100,000 (AED 365,000) to achieve up to 1,500 flying hours. But now airlines hire them with lower hours and help them through a loan. The setup then results in pilots being stuck on the job and delay retirement.
Iranian drone attack targets du company in Fujairah
Fujairah authorities have announced on Monday that they are responding to an incident involving a drone attack from Iran that targeted the emirate's du telecommunications company building.
40-day conflict will not determine UAE economy's future, says minister
In an interview with Dubai Eye 103.8's Business Breakfast show, the UAE's Minister of Economy and Tourism Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri stated that a 40-day conflict will not determine the country's economic future, highlighting its strength, power, and ability to "bounce back".
One injured in debris incident at company in Abu Dhabi
Authorities have reported on Monday that one person was injured due to fallen debris on the Raneen Systems company in Abu Dhabi's Musaffah area following a successful interception from the UAE's air defence systems.
UAE responds to new wave of missile, drone threats on Monday
UAE air forces are currently responding to a new wave of missile and drone threats from Iran on Monday morning.
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