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In this special edition of Arabian Insider, company CEO Mahmoud Fadli discusses the latest features and development news concerning the new alMirath Arabian Airlines website, as well as the company’s recent “name change” and future ambitions. Mr. Fadli talks exclusively with arabianinsider, giving our internal publication an honest review of the company’s past ten years, and predicts what the next ten years has in store.
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Just wanted to take a quick moment and say that our New Website is almost ready, and our new 2011 timetables are 99% done. We’re working on fleet rearrangements and will have a few surprises in store for our pilots very soon!

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Stay tuned!

It’s been a good couple of months since we’ve started developing merges for the PSS and WILCO B777 and Airbus series, respectfully. So far, we’ve managed to complete the A319/A320/A330/A343/A346 and B77W/L models. The A321 is on hold until Project Airbus finally releases their magnificent model, and the A318/A318CJ merges are on the way.

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While we would have settled for a basic merge, the engine performances and fuel burns were a little (or rather, pretty) unrealistic based on the advice we got from our Boeing Chief Pilot, Mr. Karl Spielmann. So, we did the only thing we knew how to do: tweak! After many, many weeks of frustrating tweaking, I think we’ve finally managed to achieve a balance given the limitations of flight simulator. Mind you, we’re not experts in FDE creation and edited no .air files, but I think we’ve managed to get this thing together quite well.

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We hope to have this merge released sometime before New Years (or maybe on New Years, who knows?). We’ll see how this goes.

Greetings all:

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As you all may or may not have noticed, there have been some changes here at Arabian Airlines Virtual Aviation (AAVA).  Here is an update as to what has been happening the past couple of months.

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First, we have a few new staff members and promotions.  Eisa Godoussey, a long time pilot for AAVA, has accepted the role of Chief Operations Officer (COO) for the organization.  Eisa has a great deal of passion, experience, and knowledge that he brings to this role which is greatly assisting as we implement our organizational changes.  Outside of the VA, Eisa is a real world pilot and flight instructor.

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A newer member to the organization is Steve Thyes.  Steve began his career with AAVA as the Dubai Hub Manager, but has also recently accepted the role as our new Director of Human Resources.  Outside of the VA, Steve has a background in Human Resources that will greatly assist the organization as we move forward.  Moving forward, Steve will continue to hold a dual role as the Dubai Hub Manager and Director of Human Resources.

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Next, we have Daniel Desjardins.  Daniel has joined the organization as our Airbus Chief Pilot, and will be reporting to the COO.  He is a real world Airbus pilot for Air Canada and brings a great deal of technical knowledge and expertise to this role.  Currently he is working on a number of projects that will enhance the realism factor for our pilots, so stay tuned!

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Last, but not least, we have Karl Spielmann.  Karl is the newest addition as our Boeing Chief Pilot, and will also be reporting to the COO.  Karl is a real world pilot for Emirates as a Boeing 777 pilot.  Karl will be working on all Boeing literature and training as it pertains to AAVA.  His expertise and experience will allow him to be a great asset for the organization.

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Contact information for all of the new staff members is listed below.  Feel free to contact these gentlemen and welcome them.  Part of the “new” culture we hope to see here at AAVA is one of a “family” nature.  Let us treat each other with a mutual respect, and let us have the utmost integrity in all of our actions, keeping true to our motto, “uniting people, uniting worlds”.  Given this camaraderie, we aspire to be the premier VA in the Middle East and we are well on our way to achieving this goal.

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A couple of other changes to be briefly outlined are the launch of our new website, and our new online and offline pilot structure.  These are two items that are in the works and there will be more to come.  Again friends, we would like to thank you for all of your loyalty and we look forward to celebrating many successes with you.  Clear skies to all!

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- Arabian Airlines Staff

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Eisa Godoussey – coo@arabianva.com
Steve Thyes – human.resources@arabianva.com
Daniel Desjardins – airbus@arabianva.com
Karl Spielmann – boeing@arabianva.com

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Sometimes, I find the need to remind myself why I am taking all this time and effort to continue to develop this company. Success, believe it or not, is not the only thing fueling this passion. To be honest, it’s a lot more than an airline, or concept, to me: it’s my life.

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Arabian Airlines has been something that I have been working on for many, many years. Eight years on, I still find myself working dilligently to make this dream a reality - and a reality it shall be. It’s not just about being the best - it’s about building a community that prides itself on tolerance, innovation, and dedication. Arabian is much, much more than just a way in which people get from point A to point B - there’s so much in between that one must not let themselves become lost in the operational nuisances of the aviation industry. I’ll tell you what I mean.

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Arabian Airlines is what I envision to be a “responsible corporation.” That means more than just ensuring internal profits and stable operations - it means investing in the communities that continue to bring Arabian Airlines buisness, and most importantly, meaning. Anyone who has visited the Middle East over the years knows what I mean - there is so much opportunity, and a need for investment. Despite the continued demonization of corporations throughout the world, Arabian is meant to give more than it takes - we want to make the communities that surround our operations benefit from our business. While there may be monetary currency, we believe in human currency.

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To sum it up (and indeed this is a rather short post given tradition), it is about showing the world that we truly care about where we operate. The people of the Middle East, and the communities in which we interact with, are more than just potential business partners - they are our friends, and the future. Arabian Airlines is not just a company for today, but it is a company for tomorrow - and I would not have it any other way.

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- Mahmoud Fadli

Over the next few months Arabian Airlines will be going through some major administrative changes that are meant to make Arabian capable of meeting the needs of a growing aviation industry in the Middle East. These changes include the introduction of new aircraft into the fleet, and a new partnership with Jordanian Start-up alMIRATH Airways, based out of Amman, Jordan.
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Arabian Airlines will be adding the Boeing 777-200LR and the 777-300LR to the fleet, giving Arabian Airlines the ability to tap into new markets from both Dubai and Amman, including the lucrative Dubai - San Francisco and Amman - Los Angeles routes. Furthermore, Arabian Airlines has confirmed it will phase out all A330-200 and A340-200 aircraft from mainline operations, as well as selling off the A340-500 in favor of the increased capacity of the A340-600.

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This means that the new Arabian Airlines fleet will consist of the A330-300, A340-300, A340-600, 777-200, 777-300 and the 747-400. But at this point, we are certain that you are wondering what happens to the A319, A320, and A321. Wonder no more! This is where our exclusive partnership with alMIRATH comes into play.

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alMIRATH was created by various members of the Arabian Airlines executive management to assist the main company (Arabian) in ensuring that the needs of our passengers and the ever-changing market are met. This means that all A319, A320 and A321 aircraft will be “transferred” to the new alMIRATH subdivision. Moreover, alMIRATH will be bringing in their E170 Regional Jet, which is one of the most efficient aircraft in its class and operates perfectly in the regional Middle Eastern market.

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These changes are to be in effect soon, with a date being set for Mid-July.

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ArabianExecutive

Arabian has not abandoned its Executive Division by any means. The company still operates two A318 Elite CJs capable of approximately 4,000NM legs which will fly into the most populous, and remote, regions of the world, ferrying executives and charter passengers to where they need to be. This includes new service to London’s City Airport, a service to commence sometime in late June.

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Furthermore, company investors have cleared and approved the purchase of a Boeing 767-300ER, which will be configured in a purely executive class layout, with the latest entertainment and “Lounge de Arabia™” service for all flights. More information on this particular aircraft will come soon.

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These routes will be available to pilots with the rank of Captain and above. Think of it as an incentive to move up the ranks at Arabian Airlines.

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ArabianLogistics

Arabian’s logistics division, developed in conjunction with the GlobalOne™ Alliance (founded by Arabian Airlines and Western Virtual Airlines), will operate Boeing MD-11F aircraft, and in the coming years, converted Boeing 747-400s which are currently operating in the company’s mainline passenger operations. Both aircraft will be operated by pilots holding the rank of Senior First Officer and above, although this is subject to change.

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More information soon.

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TravelerMagazine

Arabian’s highly-reputable TravelerMagazine will be going through a major rennovation, with new staff being hired for the magazine, which will be a full-time job! If you are interested, please email the company CEO at ceo@arabianva.com.

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More information to come soon!

-Fleet Enhancement

Currently ARABIAN is going through a major fleet change, i’m going give you an outline of what to expect over the coming months:

Simplification of current mainline fleet - the current mainline fleet (747, A318, A319, A320, A321, A310, A330-200, A330-300, A340-200, A340-300, A340-500, A340-600, MD-11). It was a unanimous decision, amongst executive staff that we should consolidate the fleet to make it more economic and easier to maintain.

The new fleet will be as follows:
A319
A330-200
A340-300
A340-500

We will be keeping the 747s, which operate Hadj charter during the winter, and will operate a demand charter duing the rest of the year.

The a318 will be also remaining in the fleet; and it will be a part of our new service named, ARABIAN|THAHAB. this new service will consist of the single A318, and we will be leasing a B767-3Z9ER to accompny the A318. The purpose of this service is geared towards business, both aircraft will be completely fitted with our famous single class ARBusiness, and will offer numerous flights, to London, Paris, New York and Bhutan. To avoid the rush of Major airports, we will be serving the smaller Airfields at these locations. The A318 will fly to London City Aiport, whilst the 767-300 will fly to Stansted. In New York the 767-300 will be flying to La Guardia. Furthermore in Paris we will be Serving Paris Orly. We feel this will better suit our Business customers whom wish to arrive to their destination quickly, without hassle, free of congestion.

As already announced Al-Mirat will be coming into service shortly; it’s a regional service, and the fleet will consist of MD-82s and 737-700s, serving destinations around the Middle East and North Africa. Both Aircraft will only offer a single Economy class.

The final major annoucement is the introduction of ARABIAN’s own Logistic service. Cargo demands for imports and exports in the Middle East have been rapidly increasing over the last few years; and we feel it necessary to open up some opportunity and competition for surrounding Business’ and Airline’s.
In order to drive costs for this new Division down, we’re procuring second hand aircraft. Both the MD-11 and B727-200RE will be purchased and offer a wide range of destinations, directed at industrial areas and areas of high popularily in the Logistics Industry.

From the simplification of our Mainline fleet, although we will have a similar number of aircraft in the Mainline fleet, just more of the individual aircraft, we have been able to afford all three projects simultaneously, and the implimentation of ARABIAN|THAHAB, Al-Mirat and Logistics are expected to arise from ARABIAN this year.

In the next few weeks expect to hear annoucements regarding the development of both the Website, and numerous other things in the Pipeline for Arabian.

Arabian Airlines Major Press Release November 24, 2007
Queen Alia International Airport
Amman, Jordan
http://www.ArabianVA.com

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Arabian Airlines CEO Mahmoud Fadli announced the airline’s current progress report to the public two months after the airline returned to full capacity operation.

According to Fadli, the airline saw healthy profits for the first two months of operations, and has voted to go ahead with three programs the airline was putting on hold until the company’s board of directors were convinced that the airline’s current operations can generate the necessary profits.

The first program, dubbed “Arabian Version Two,” has officially been launched, with the first meeting between airline management and web designers to be held on Sunday (25-November) to begin planning the airline’s newest website system. According to sources close to the management, the new system will further expand the current features on the website in a manner that is more user friendly, and innovating. Airline CEO Mahmoud Fadli elaborated on this new project, telling reporters that “Arabian has already come a long way in its development, and that does not mean that we should stop here… we are planning on further developing our website and operations systems, as well as releasing the Kneeboard system which has seem small hiccups here and there.” The “Kneeboard System,” developed by the airline’s chief webmaster James Norman, is undergoing its final stages of testing, with the problem being called simply a “matter of cookies” by the management, which prompted laughter amongst the journalists present at the conference.

Fadli further announced that Arabian has begun the first stages of a new cargo division, dubbed “Arabian Logistics.” The division, initially to be operated by second hand 727 freighter aircraft, is to operate out of the company’s Amman and Dubai hubs, offering scheduled cargo and charter operations. Fadli further told reporters that the airline had entered the final phase of negotiations with partner Western Virtual Airlines over the purchase of their remaining MD-11 aircraft, to be converted for freighter operation. Though no solid date was given to the launch of this new division, the airline hinted at a possible second quarter 2008 launch with the first five Boeing 727 aircraft.

Further surprising analysts was Arabian’s announcement of a new venture dubbed “Al Mirat,” which, according to sources within Arabian, is a low cost start up based at Amman’s Queen Alia International Airport.

Arabian Airlines has opted to invest in 51% of the start up’s operations, which include the purchase of several former American Airlines MD-80 aircraft for regional operations within the Middle East and North Africa. Airline CEO Mahmoud Fadli told reporters that this was “a unique opportunity to not only help the growing aviation industry in Jordan, but to allow Arabian to subsidize its Middle Eastern routes to an airline that not only operates at Arabian’s standards, but provides the service at an affordable cost due to the increased efficiency… in this airline’s operations.” Many analysts, however, are skeptical about this new venture, with some even suggesting that Arabian Airlines was risking “too much;” however, Fadli told reporters that the airline “ran its numbers very thoroughly, and saw that this venture is the most profitable route to take for Arabian.”

The remaining shareholders with the 49% of Al Mirat’s funding were withheld from the press, with Fadli telling reporters that more press releases about the start up were coming.

Many travelers to not know about the sole A318 that Arabian Airlines operates on charter services, however, the company has decided to make this information, and service, available to the traveling public, as opposed to wealthy investors who need a quick hop from point A to point B. The A318, with a 50 passenger, all business layout, will be offering “Arabian Executive” service in and out of small cities within the Middle East, Africa, and Europe and costs comparable to full fair “Traveler” (Economy) tickets on Arabian’s mainline network. The airline hopes to experiment with this service to see how profitable it is; according to Fadli, if the experiment is successful, Arabian will expand its executive service to include ten A318s by 2009.

Arabian Airlines has received the first of two A340-600 aircraft for use in its mainline operations. The aircraft, dubbed “The Arab Spirit,” arrived in Dubai last Sunday, and has been used on familiarization flights for newly trained flight crews. The aircraft is expected to enter service by next Sunday.

Arabian Airlines has revealed two A340-300 aircraft in their new scheme, which is to eventually be on all aircraft by this time next year. The A340-300s will be available on Arabian’s website fairly soon.

For more information about Arabian Airlines and its past, present, and future, visit http://www.ArabianVA.com.

A.R.A.B.I.A.N
Uniting People. Uniting Worlds.

Copyright Statement
Arabian Airlines, TravelerMagazine, theTASTEofARABIA, perspectives_, and all other logos pertaining to Arabian Airlines and its divisions, sub-divisions, and contractors are copyright Mahmoud Abdel Aziz Fadli. No part of this website can be reproduced in any shape or form without explicit, written permission from Mahmoud Abdel Aziz Fadli and Arabian Airlines.

(C)Arabian Airlines 2007

It almost brings a tear to my eye to think about all the hard work we’ve all put in to Arabian, and the amount of pride I have knowing that my staff, friends, and family have supported me and Arabian through all the hard times we’ve endured.

I open my heart, and Arabian, to the public, and the press release below says it all. May Arabian has smooth skies, clear skies, and success, ahead of it.

After a long, two-year hiatus, Arabian Airlines reopens its doors to the public.

After two years of constant redevelopment following the catastrophic intermation server and website failure that led the airline to shut down its online operations, Arabian Airlines has announced that it has reopened its doors in what it calls “Phase one” of relaunch.

Arabian Airlines CEO Mahmoud Fadli explained. “Arabian has been working very hard to get to this day where we can say, with confidence, that we have opened our doors and are here to stay. We have taken considerable time and effort even in the most basic of things to ensure that all is up to the standards that we have come to appreciate for Arabian… and this is simply phase one of our relaunch process, which includes the unveiling of our website and fleet, along with a slight preview of what the future holds for Arabian.”

Though the website may be considered ‘basic’ by some, airline CEO Mahmoud Fadli told reporters that “they shouldn’t worry about that… there’s more to come.”

Phases of Relaunch

The airline announced that its relaunch will be conducted in four phases, with the details of the last two phases not yet released.

Phase one will entail the launching of the first version of the website and the “in transition fleet.”

The website’s features will simply be dubbed as version 1, with version 2 entailing more advanced interface options and operations systems that have yet to be announced by the airline’s management. This phase will be followed by a phase 1 transition phase, which will be marked by the release of Arabian’s temporary ACARS system dubbed “kneeboard,” as well as their in depth pilot’s handbook.

The “in transition fleet” will include aircraft in three schemes, the Arabian Classic Scheme, the transitional title scheme, and the new scheme, which has been implemented in secret six months ago on a few selected aircraft. Fadli further went on to say that pilots and enthusiasts alike should “be on the lookout” for many “surprises” within the fleet, including special schemes and scheme variations.

Phase Two

Arabian’s “Phase Two” of their long awaited launch will include the release of information regarding their long await ACARS program, which was secretly funded by and developed by members of Arabian’s senior staff and hired developers.

In addition to that, pilots would be able to expect a more advanced interface system built from the ground up, integrated to the current Arabian Airlines operations systems.

When questioned about ‘phase two,’ Fadli told reporters that if he were to “spill the beans about what’s to come, there wouldn’t be any need for a good Public Relations department,” leaving many reporters and observers in the room chuckling at the light hearted stab at questioning.

The Launch

Despite the technical details of this launch, airline CEO Mahmoud Fadli told reporters that “this was a profound time in the life of Arabian, and there are many new features and surprises that can be found on our website… and we invite all to join and begin flying for Arabian Airlines.”

Over the next few days the airline will continue to work on small upgrades throughout the site as it is further improved to accommodate for the expected surge in operations.

Founded in 2001, Arabian Airlines is one of the longest lasting Middle Eastern virtual airlines in the entire industry. The airline, having worked over a year, from the ground up, on this new system, has high hopes for the future, one that will hopefully bring about a newer standard for Middle Eastern Virtual Aviation, and Virtual Aviation as a whole.

Credits & A statement from the CEO

“This moment is one that we’ve all waited for, and one that I’ve looked forward to for over two years. We’ve gone from an idea, a concept, to a full fledged operation, and I couldn’t have done it alone.

“I’d like to take the time to thank our brilliant webmaster, Mr. James Norman for his hard and long work on out website, and our Assistant Webmaster, Ivan Kovacevic for his constant support and advice during the development process.

“I’d also like to take the time to thank our new Chief Operations Officer, Luke Harvest, to his heartfelt dedication to the airline, and his hard work in redeveloping our timetables and operation’s handbook.

“Mr. Brian T. Brooks, our CFO who has been with the airline for over 5 and a half years.

“Folks like Eisa Emami, Amr AbuShamat, Aly Dessouki, Brandon McKewon, Mr. Dennis Kirpitchenko, and Brandon Acton-Bond, who have given so much for this airline and have brought us to the point that we have reached; without any of these people, Arabian would not be here.

“It is with this in mind that I would like to take the time to welcome you to Arabian Airlines, and I truly hope you enjoy your time with us. Asalaamoualaikum, and Ahlan Wa Sahlan. Welcome aboard.”

- Mahmoud A. Fadli, Airline Founder, President, & CEO.
(Translation of Arabic parts: May peace be upon you, and may we extend many welcomes upon you.)

Please visit http://www.ArabianVA.com.

International Middle Eastern carrier, Arabian Airlines, announced this morning its plans for the airline’s future. At 9.45am, Dubai local time, Mr. Mahmoud A. Fadli, Chief Executive Officer, and Mr. Luke Harvest, Chief Operations Officer, appeared in front of the press to announce a decision that airline’s board had made the night before.

“Both Mr. Harvest and I have been discussing this, prior to the meeting,” said Fadli, “and we both feel that the overall decision is something we are passionate about… something that will ensure the progress and longevity of Arabian in the airline industry.”

Mr. Fadli went on to say that “the decision basically entails two major expansion plans, and a simplification of the current fleet, all to improve efficiency and the ability for Arabian to tap into the markets that it has seen huge success in.”

After the initial press release, Airline Chief Operations Officer Mr. Luke Harvest told reporters more about the upcoming plans for the airline.

“One thing we didn’t want to happen was for pilots to lose their jobs over the simplification,” said Mr. Harvest, telling reporters that “one of the hardest things to do was to make these cutbacks whilst retaining their jobs within the airline. It was difficult but it’s something we have now perfected and the plans are going ahead.”

Mr. Harvest continued, saying that “the plans are definitely a positive prospect for the airline… with the opening of two new divisions we have multinational companies backing us, in terms of financial support, and the next few months are going to be a difficult time for us; we have a lot of work to do, in terms of funding these new aircraft. Selling on our current aircraft shouldn’t be a problem. A lot of interest has already been displayed by a number of potential buyers.”

News about Arabian has been increasing dramatically over the last four months, this, and a confirmation from Mr. Fadli, leads us to believe that the website is very nearly complete and ready for business.

Editors note:

For the most current updates, please visit the Arabian Airlines News desk at http://www.arabianva.com/wordpress.