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The Age
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Age
‘Most complex': Inside the 24 hours that brought Qatar airspace to a close
Two days after Qatar Airways was forced to close its major hub airport because of a missile attack, the president of the airline has offered a glimpse of the logistical challenge it faced in the 24-hour period. Badr Mohammed Al Meer called his Middle Eastern nation's diversions of 100 planes simultaneously that day the 'most complex' in modern history. It took 24 hours to re-route more than 20,000 passengers aboard 90 flights sent away from Doha in midair. They were diverted just before Iran fired a salvo of missiles into Qatari territory on Tuesday (AEST). Qatar's synchronised global operation was, 'in an instant, scattered into dozens and dozens of disrupted flight scenarios across continents, each with their own complexities and requirements,' Meer wrote in an open letter. Travellers 'found themselves caught in the middle of one of the most severe and complex operational challenges in modern aviation history,' he wrote. Iran targeted the US military presence at Al Udeid Air Base, which sits 33 kilometres west of the main Doha airport, at around 7.45pm on Monday Doha time (2.45am Tuesday AEST). Of the flights, 25 were diverted to Saudi Arabia, 18 to Turkey, 15 to India, 13 to Oman, and 5 to the United Arab Emirates. The remaining aircraft were re-routed to hubs in London, Barcelona and across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, Qatar said. Qatar Airways operates a fleet of more than 250 planes.
Sydney Morning Herald
2 days ago
- Politics
- Sydney Morning Herald
‘Most complex': Inside the 24 hours that brought Qatar airspace to a close
Two days after Qatar Airways was forced to close its major hub airport because of a missile attack, the president of the airline has offered a glimpse of the logistical challenge it faced in the 24-hour period. Badr Mohammed Al Meer called his Middle Eastern nation's diversions of 100 planes simultaneously that day the 'most complex' in modern history. It took 24 hours to re-route more than 20,000 passengers aboard 90 flights sent away from Doha in midair. They were diverted just before Iran fired a salvo of missiles into Qatari territory on Tuesday (AEST). Qatar's synchronised global operation was, 'in an instant, scattered into dozens and dozens of disrupted flight scenarios across continents, each with their own complexities and requirements,' Meer wrote in an open letter. Travellers 'found themselves caught in the middle of one of the most severe and complex operational challenges in modern aviation history,' he wrote. Iran targeted the US military presence at Al Udeid Air Base, which sits 33 kilometres west of the main Doha airport, at around 7.45pm on Monday Doha time (2.45am Tuesday AEST). Of the flights, 25 were diverted to Saudi Arabia, 18 to Turkey, 15 to India, 13 to Oman, and 5 to the United Arab Emirates. The remaining aircraft were re-routed to hubs in London, Barcelona and across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, Qatar said. Qatar Airways operates a fleet of more than 250 planes.
Qatar Tribune
2 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar Aeronautical Academy, QA sign cooperation agreement
Qatar Aeronautical Academy (QAA) and Qatar Airways signed an agreement during the Paris International Air Show in France. On the sidelines of the exhibition, a pilot training agreement accredited by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) was signed between QAA, represented by Director-General of QAA HE Sheikh Jabor bin Hamad Al-Thani, and Qatar Airways Group, represented by Group CEO Eng. Badr Mohammed Al Meer. The academy is expected to train approximately 750 students over five years, opening promising horizons for joint cooperation, exchange of expertise, development of national competencies in the aviation sector, and creating outstanding opportunities for young people wishing to join this field. Senior Vice President of Operations at Qatar Airways Captain Khalid Issa Al Hammadi said that the agreement reflects the ongoing commitment to developing the next generation of aviation professionals. Investment in the future of operations includes partnerships with leading global institutions and support for young talent to obtain the training and opportunities necessary to succeed in this dynamic industry. (QNA) page 2
Qatar Tribune
2 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar Aeronautical Academy and QA sign cooperation agreement
QNA Doha Qatar Aeronautical Academy (QAA) and Qatar Airways signed an agreement during the Paris International Air Show in France. On the sidelines of the exhibition, a pilot training agreement accredited by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) was signed between QAA, represented by Director-General of QAA HE Sheikh Jabor bin Hamad Al-Thani, and Qatar Airways Group, represented by Group CEO Eng. Badr Mohammed Al Meer. The academy is expected to train approximately 750 students over five years, opening promising horizons for joint cooperation, exchange of expertise, development of national competencies in the aviation sector, and creating outstanding opportunities for young people wishing to join this field. Senior Vice President of Operations at Qatar Airways Captain Khalid Issa Al Hammadi said that this agreement reflects the ongoing commitment to developing the next generation of aviation professionals. Investment in the future of operations includes partnerships with leading global institutions and support for young talent to obtain the training and opportunities necessary to succeed in this dynamic industry. He expressed the group's pride in supporting initiatives that promote innovation, knowledge sharing, and long-term career growth in the advanced aviation sector. Al Hammadi noted that this agreement embodies Qatar Airways' dedication to investing in the nation's citizens and residents.
Qatar Tribune
2 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar Aeronautical Academy and Qatar Airways sign cooperation agreement
DOHA: Qatar Aeronautical Academy (QAA) and Qatar Airways have signed an agreement during the Paris International Air Show in France. On the sidelines of the exhibition, a pilot training agreement accredited by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) was signed between QAA, represented by Director-General of QAA HE Sheikh Jabor bin Hamad Al Thani, and Qatar Airways Group, represented by Group CEO Eng Badr Mohammed Al Meer. The academy is expected to train approximately 750 students over five years, opening promising horizons for joint cooperation, exchange of expertise, development of national competencies in the aviation sector, and creating outstanding opportunities for young people wishing to join this field. Senior Vice President of Operations at Qatar Airways Captain Khalid Issa Al Hammadi said that this agreement reflects the ongoing commitment to developing the next generation of aviation professionals. Investment in the future of operations includes partnerships with leading global institutions and support for young talent to obtain the training and opportunities necessary to succeed in this dynamic industry. He expressed the group's pride in supporting initiatives that promote innovation, knowledge sharing, and long-term career growth in the advanced aviation sector. Al Hammadi noted that this agreement embodies Qatar Airways' dedication to investing in the nation's citizens and residents, the future generations, in line with Qatar National Vision 2030 and Qatar Airways' long-term strategy.
