The Abu Dhabi Air Expo 2016 began in spectacular fashion with two Etihad Airways' Extra EA 330 LT Trainer aircraft conducting an aerial ribbon-cutting during an acrobatic display at Al Bateen Airport.
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Air Expo is displaying business jets and new products and services to impress the high net worth individuals.
The show which is part of Abu Dhabi Aerospace Week, was opened by Shaikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, chief of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince's Court, in the presence of Ali Majid Al Mansoori, chairman of Abu Dhabi Airport Company and top officials from civil aviation and airlines.
The Abu Dhabi Air Expo 2016 began in spectacular fashion with two Etihad Airways' Extra EA 330 LT Trainer aircraft conducting an aerial ribbon-cutting during an acrobatic display at Al Bateen Airport.
Speaking on the occasion, James Hogan, Etihad Airways' president and CEO said the Abu Dhabi Air Expo serves as a global platform for showcasing the latest products and innovations within the industry, and has attracted much interest from leading aviation specialists across the Middle East and around the world.
As official airline for Abu Dhabi Aviation Week 2016, Etihad Airways is flying in visitors from across its network, with an expected 20,000 delegates attending the various high-profile conferences and exhibitions, which feature around 300 exhibitors from more than 55 countries, and 150 aircraft on static display.
A highlight of this display includes an Etihad Airways' Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft to showcase the innovative and award-winning products and services aboard its flagship aircraft, including itsrevolutionary First, Business and Economy Class cabins - which have been designed to greatly enhance the guest experience and bolster the airline's position as one of the world's leading airlines.
Etihad Airways is also displaying an A320 aircraft that has been re-configured to incorporate 12 lie-flat Business Class seats to cater for the requirements of the busy regional charter market.
Alongside are the two new Extra EA 330 LT aircraft that took part in the opening acrobatic display, which have just joined the fleet of trainer aircraft at the Etihad Flight College to assist cadet pilots in their training.
Visitors to the Air Expo will also be able visit the Etihad Airways stand to experience the highly acclaimed The Residence, which is exclusively available on the airline's fleet of A380 aircraft. Comprising a living room, double bedroom, separate ensuite shower room, discerning Residence guests are provided with a dedicated Savoy Academy trained Butler to look after their every need while on board.
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