The Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Center (MBRAH) in Dubai South has announced that private jet movements will continue to grow in 2022, with a 3% increase compared to 2021.
The center recorded 15,444 movements throughout the year. In December 2022, private jets took off and landed 2319 sorties, a record high in a single month, an increase of 36% over December 2021.
The growth of the movement is attributed to several factors, including the relentless efforts and strategic initiatives announced by the government. This has led to record tourist numbers and attracted investors and people from all over the world who flock to the emirate because of the ease of doing business, safety and security and attractive visa scheme, among other things, a statement said.
Another important factor is the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, with many VIP travelers and private jet owners flying to Dubai through MBRAH’s VIP terminal, underscoring the trust and confidence in the quality services provided by the terminal, which Say.
Tahnoon Saif, CEO, Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Centre, said: “We are proud to see the continued growth in private jet movements since the onset of the pandemic. The vision of our wise leadership has greatly strengthened the UAE’s position in the global index status, most recently number one regionally and number two globally in Euromonitor International’s Top 100 Cities Destinations Index for 2022 published last month. Infrastructure and first-class services to attract tourists and businesses to Dubai, to promote Dubai’s vision of becoming a leading aviation hub.”
MBRAH provides a high level of connectivity to the global aerospace business and is a free zone destination for the world’s leading airlines, private jet companies and related industries. Located in and developed by Dubai South, MBRAH is also home to a repair centre, training and education campus. – trade arab news agency