18 Facts About Dubai International

In July 2019, Dubai International airport installed the largest solar energy system in the region's airports as part of Dubai's goal to reduce 30 percent of the city energy consumption by 2030.

Emirates Airline has its hub airport in Dubai International and has their own terminal 3 with 3 concourses that they share with Flydubai.

In September 2012, Dubai International Airports changed the names of concourses to make it easier for passengers to navigate the airport.

Recreational flying to Dubai International is catered for by the Dubai International Aviation Club, which undertakes flying training for private pilots and provides facilities for private owners.

Government of Dubai International provides short and long range search and rescue services, police support, medical evacuation and general purpose flights for the airport and all VIP flights to the airport.

Related searches

Dubai International Airport was conceptualized to function as Dubai's primary airport and the region's busiest for the foreseeable future without the need for relocation or the building of another airport when passenger figures increased.

In 2013, Dubai Airports announced a major renovation for Terminal 1 and Concourse C The renovations include upgraded baggage systems, replacement of check-in desks and a more spacious departure hall.

Cargo village at Dubai International Airport is one of the world's largest and most central cargo hubs, with most of the cargo for Asia and Africa coming through the facility.

Dubai International Airport has constructed a flower centre to handle flower imports and exports, as Dubai International is a major hub for the import and export of flowers, and the airport required a specialist facility since these products need special conditions.

In 2013 Dubai International Airports announced an 80-day runway refurbishment program which started on 1 May 2014 and was completed on 21 July 2014.

On 16 July 2008, Dubai International Airport unveiled the first of two specially-built gates capable of handling the aircraft.

Ground handling services at Dubai International Airport has been provided by Dnata Ground Handling Services.

Emirates Engineering, based in Dubai International, operates the aircraft maintenance and engine test cell technical facilities at the airport.

Dubai International Airport has numerous business centres located around the airport.

Civil Aviation Authority of Dubai International manages the overall safety and security of the airport.

In 2018, Houthi rebel group claimed that Dubai International airport had been attacked by drones launched by Houthi rebels from Yemen.

Dubai International Buses operated by RTA run a number of routes to the city, but mainly Deira, and are available at the Airport Ground Transportation centre and the Arrivals at every terminal.

In 2013, Dubai International Airport was featured in a 10-part documentary series called Ultimate Airport Dubai that aired on the National Geographic Channel and was produced by Arrow Media and National Geographic Channels International.