The grand flypast was carried out by Emirates' third impressive double-decker A380 aircraft, piloted by Captain Abbas Shaban.
As well as the Emirates A380, QE2 was greeted by a flotilla of local yachts, boats and leisure-craft led by a Royal Navy Frigate.
Once refurbished, QE2 will be used as a floating hotel, located on the eastern side of the trunk of Palm Jumeirah at the end of a specially designed, prestigious land-bridge precinct.
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QE2 welcome, a tribute from the Queen of the Skies to the Queen of the Seas
- United Arab Emirates: Saturday, November 29 - 2008 at 11:25
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During the welcome to the iconic QE2 as she arrived in Dubai, an Emirates Airline A380 aircraft joined the welcome party as the liner sailed past The World islands.
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Posted by Rana MesbahSaturday, November 29 - 2008 at 11:25 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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