flydubai, Emirates’ sister airline, has grown steadily since its launch, expanding both its network and fleet. According to aviation analytics provider Cirium, the carrier now accounts for about 28% of all scheduled flights from Dubai. Indeed, the 737 family forms the backbone of flydubai’s operations, supporting its extensive short- and medium-haul network across Africa, Central Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. As of 2025, the airline operates around 96 aircraft, including 66 Boeing 737 MAX 8s, three MAX 9s, and 27 737-800s.