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.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed, Sheikh Mansour review UAE development plans
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has discussed key national priorities with Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister, in Dubai.
UAE launches public-run government authority
A new government authority will be run on a rotating basis by members of the public, under a resolution issued on Wednesday.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan congratulates Emirati 'leaders of tomorrow' at special ceremony
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has congratulated 30 UAE nationals for completing the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Development Programme.
Dubai's Al Satwa Roundabout turns into signalised intersection
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has converted Al Satwa Roundabout to a signalised intersection to cut travel time between key corridors by 50 per cent and reduce traffic queues by up to 60 per cent during peak hours.
Dubai launches digital platform to strengthen AI literacy for families
Dubai has launched GenDubAI, a digital platform to help parents better understand how children use artificial intelligence and support them in using its tools safely and responsibly.
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