Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways is an Emirati international airline based in the United Arab Emirates. Its network is centred on Zayed International Airport. It forms part of Etihad Aviation Group and connects its home market with domestic or international destinations.[1]
The airline uses the IATA code EY, the ICAO code ETD, and the callsign ETIHAD.[2]
Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Country |  United Arab Emirates |
| Status | Active |
| IATA code | EY |
| ICAO code | ETD |
| Callsign | ETIHAD |
| Founded | July 11, 2003 |
| Operations began | November 5, 2003 |
| Main hub | Zayed International Airport |
| Frequent-flyer programme | Etihad Guest, Etihad One Club |
| Alliance | None |
| Parent company | Etihad Aviation Group |
| Headquarters | Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, UAE |
| Official website | etihad.com |
History
The organisation developed through the following major stages. Dates describe the airline or operation covered by this article, including predecessor activity where relevant.[1]
| Date | Development |
| July 11, 2003 | Etihad Airways established by Amiri decree. |
| November 5, 2003 | Services launched with a ceremonial flight to Al Ain. |
| June 2004 | Placed US$8 billion aircraft order for six Boeing 777-200 and 24 Airbus aircraft. |
| December 2014 | First A380 delivered. |
| December 2011 | Acquired a 29.21% stake in Air Berlin. |
| October 2015 | Established airline alliance, Etihad Airways Partners. |
| 2023 | Transferred ownership to ADQ. |
| May 1, 2021 | Sold 40% stake in Air Seychelles. |
Corporate affairs
Etihad Airways is based in Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, UAE. It is owned by or organised within Etihad Aviation Group. Its commercial activities are managed around the network, fleet, and operating model described in its published corporate information.[1]
The official website provides current schedules, customer information, and company announcements.[3]
Operations
Etihad Airways operates from its principal hub at Zayed International Airport. The source page lists 120 destinations, although this figure changes with seasonal schedules.[1]
Operates over 1,000 flights per week[1]
Serves over 120 passenger and cargo destinations[1]
Operates Etihad Holidays and Etihad Cargo[1]
Partnerships
Etihad Airways is not listed as a member of a global airline alliance. It instead relies on bilateral commercial agreements and group relationships where applicable.[1]
Fleet
The fleet is built around aircraft selected for the airline's passenger or cargo network. The principal families identified by the source include:[1]
| Aircraft family | Typical use |
| Airbus A320 | Passenger or cargo operations, depending on configuration |
| Airbus A350-1000 | Passenger or cargo operations, depending on configuration |
| Airbus A380-800 | Passenger or cargo operations, depending on configuration |
| Boeing 777 | Passenger or cargo operations, depending on configuration |
| Boeing 787 | Passenger or cargo operations, depending on configuration |
Aircraft counts and subtypes change as leases end, deliveries arrive, and older equipment is withdrawn.
Former fleet
Aircraft previously associated with the airline include:
Passenger services
The airline's passenger or customer-facing products include:
Branding
Safety history
Notable events recorded in the source include:
15 November 2007 - A340-600 damaged during ground testing.[1]
These entries are a selective historical summary and should not be interpreted as a complete safety record.
See also
List of airlines of United Arab Emirates