Riyadh: The General Authority for Civil Aviation (GACA) has granted a foreign operator permit under Part 129 of the Executive Regulation for Aviation Safety (FOA) to AirX Charter to operate on-demand private flights domestically within the Kingdom. This development follows the company's fulfillment of all regulatory standards, aviation safety requirements, and applicable conditions in the Kingdom. The initiative is part of GACA's efforts to enhance the efficiency of the general (private) aviation sector and expand air services in the Kingdom.
According to Saudi Press Agency, GACA Executive Vice President for Aviation Safety and Environmental Sustainability Sulaiman Al-Muhaimedi handed over the permit at the authority's headquarters in Riyadh to AirX Charter CEO Houssam Hazzoury. The event was attended by several GACA leaders and executives from both sides.
This strategic step aligns with the objectives of the Aviation Program, which aims to open new investment horizons in the general (private) aviation market and to provide flexible operational options that meet the growing demand for private aviation and business jet services. This move is expected to enhance the sector's competitiveness and sustainability.
AirX Charter will commence on-demand general aviation operations among various airports across the Kingdom. The company aims to contribute to the development of the private aviation market and meet the accelerating needs of the tourism and business sectors, while fully adhering to local and international environmental and technical regulations.