Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, affirmed the approach taken by Dubai under the vision and guidance of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. , may God protect him, adopting an ideology that promotes the value and importance of innovation and creativity, provides elements that support talent and a climate that encourages the creation of effective partnerships helps it enjoy a unique global status as a key platform. Development initiatives can be launched in several key sectors, including the aviation sector, for which Dubai has become one of the world’s major fulcrums.

The Crown Prince of Dubai noted the growing status of the Dubai Airshow as a major engine for the growth of the global aviation industry and complementary industries, reflecting the volume of multi-billion contracts concluded in previous sessions and during this one. Session and since its launch this November thirteenth, as it grows… The great economic impact of the exhibition is that the event has witnessed the creation of partnerships that bring together all stakeholders in the sector with all its great global importance. , and the positive developments these partnerships pave the way for, help advance its development process in support of the Sustainable Development Goals around the world.

This happened during His Highness’ tour today, Wednesday, of the eighteenth session of the Dubai Airshow, the largest in history, which began last Monday at Dubai World Central with the participation of over 1,400 exhibitors from 148 countries. The exhibition, it continues. Until November 17.

During the visit, the Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Ahmed bin Zayed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, Supreme Chairman and CEO of Emirates Airlines and Group and His Highness Sarah were present. Bint Youssef Al Amiri, Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Space Agency and senior officials and officers of the Armed Forces.

Modern techniques

During this visit, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum was briefed on the latest technologies and aircraft, some of which were on display for the first time during the exhibition, and were parked in front of the stages of the participating international parties. It is presented at the exhibition on advanced solutions, including the Lockheed Martin Pavilion, specialized in the field of military industry, whose business covers 70 countries around the world.

His Highness asked for an explanation of the main axes that the international company is focusing on at this year’s exhibition, especially artificial intelligence solutions, which analyze the problems that its aircraft may face and then find appropriate solutions. In addition to the company’s interest in maintenance, cyber security solutions, the company builds its systems on planes, helicopters and ships and interconnects them to protect information from any theft or hacking.

The Crown Prince of Dubai stopped in front of the “Archer” light aircraft to carry passengers, which is one of the special aircraft added to the Dubai Air Show this session and reflects the ongoing development in the field of sustainable solutions. The electric people-carrying “Midnight” plane can accommodate up to four passengers… for the pilot, is designed for fast flights with minimal engine charging times, and can be used for air taxi trips within cities.

In addition, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum inspected the PT-ZNG transport aircraft of the Brazilian Air Force, a cost-competitive aircraft that weighs around 26 tons and can perform aerial refueling operations. 34 tons of fuel, as well as the ability to take off and land on short, unprepared runways for large aircraft.

His Highness was keen to visit the “Emirates Space Agency” site, listen to the explanation of the agency’s participation in the global event and showcase its most important projects and initiatives, including the “Economic Space Zones Project”, which includes opportunities. Provides an opportunity for private start-up companies, as well as researchers and scientists. Stimulating the national space economy by providing economic initiatives and incentives in collaboration with the country’s various partners, with the aim of supporting emerging, small and medium-sized companies to learn about their most important innovative research in the field of space science and technology.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited the stage of Mubadala Development Company (Mubadala) where his dignitaries were briefed on the details of the fifth consecutive participation in the “Dubai Air Show”. Its subsidiaries work in the aerospace and information technology sectors. Communications services and solutions for the aviation industry, including Al Ya Satellite Communications (Yahsat), Piaggio Aerospace, Nibraz Al Ain Complex, Sanat Aviation Solutions, SR Technics, Strata Manufacturing (Strata) and Turboprop.

In addition, the Crown Prince of Dubai visited the “Riyadh Air” pavilion during his first participation in the Dubai Air Show, where he heard a presentation on the exterior design of the second type of his aircraft fleet. The Saudi carrier is preparing to launch its first commercial flights in 2025, as the aircraft’s exterior features lines inspired by the style of desert tents and Arabic calligraphy aesthetics. He wished those in charge of the new carrier every success.