A spectacular sight, the Emirates Terminal 3 runway took centre-stage as Emirates aircraft lined up in preparation for their departure. In quick succession each aircraft taxied down the runway before taking off to one of the 101 destinations that Emirates now serves. This was a logistical accomplishment as Emirates successfully coordinated the departure of 16 aircraft within 16 minutes each day of the 2009 Dubai Airshow this week.

Working within a 30-minute window, due to the 2009 Dubai Airshow daily flight display, Emirates worked quickly and efficiently to ensure the on-time departure of its many passengers. The culmination of months of planning, involving numerous departments within Emirates, ensured all flights departed safely and without delay.

On average, 310 flights depart from and land at Emirates Terminal 3 each day.