AIRWAYS INTERVIEW Flydubai ’ s ( R ) evolution increased on-ground capabilities . At the Dubai Airshow , Ghaith Al Ghaith also announced a plan to open a US $ 56 million flight simulator and training facility by 2025 , reducing the airline ’ s dependency on third parties . will enable the Dubai-based carriers to expand and thrive . We can expect the ‘ low-cost ’ definition to drop soon , and for the new Dreamliner to play a key role in Flydubai ’ s future brand image .
8 Dubai ’ s skyline as seen while approaching the busy DXB hub . // PHOTO : SIMONE CHELLINI
LOOKING AHEAD
The Boeing 787 is just the latest stage in Flydubai ’ s revolution . The airline will receive its first Dreamliner in 2026 , only two years away . Between now and then , we can expect Flydubai to make many announcements concerning the first destinations , cabin configuration , and staff expansion to support the new , large fleet .
The airline has grown to over 5,000 employees , as of 2023 , and will keep growing its personnel faster than ever in 2024 and 2025 . Al Ghaith is rightfully excited and proud about the progress that FZ has made over the past few years and hints at some ambitious plans for the future .
Greater synergy with Emirates is expected in the future . New facilities , destinations , and agreements
Please scan the QR code to find more about Flydubai and its cabin products .
8
www . airwaysmag . com AIRWAYS MAGAZINE MARCH 2024 59