The biggest moments at the Dubai Airshow, as Boeing beats Airbus, Emirates criticizes Rolls Royce, and Israeli companies' stands lay empty

Mon, 11/20/2023 - 10:51

The sun sets behind the exhibition hall and entrance to the Dubai Airshow, with Qatar Airways and UAE flags in the foreground. — The entrance to the Dubai Airshow.
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Emirates' president sparked tensions with Airbus and Rolls Royce after criticizing the A350-1000 engine.
Boeing beat Airbus in the orders tally after securing a $52 billion deal with Emirates on day one.
Riyadh Air's livery reveal didn't go to plan, and Israeli weapons companies had empty stands.

Emirates was the center of attention at the Dubai Airshow, which took place last week. The host nation's flag carrier made a $52 billion deal with Boeing on day one, before sparking tensions with Airbus and Rolls Royce.