With the continued increase in the activity of the air transport sector in the Emirate

76% growth in aircraft traffic in Dubai during the third quarter

• Dubai Civil Aviation: The 17th edition of the Dubai Airshow recorded strong numbers in terms of the number of visitors and exhibitors.

  Photography: Youssef Al Harmoudi

• Muhammad Linjawi: "Airports will return to work at full operational capacity, in light of the increase in passenger traffic and flights."

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The Dubai Civil Aviation Authority reported that aircraft movement at Dubai airports recorded a growth of 76% during the third quarter of this year, compared to the same period last year, noting that the strong growth rates are evidence of the continuous increase in the activity of the air transport sector in the emirate.

On the sidelines of the Dubai Airshow, which concluded yesterday, the authority confirmed that air traffic in Dubai is witnessing a continuous increase in addition to cargo traffic, noting that airports will return to work at full operational capacity, in light of the increase in passenger traffic and flights, pointing out that “Dubai Air » He managed to attract 370 new companies, in a strong indication of the exhibition's international standing.

strong numbers

In detail, the Executive Director of the Aviation Security and Accident Investigation Sector at the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Mohammed Abdullah Linjawi, said that the 17th edition of the Dubai Airshow recorded strong numbers, in terms of the number of visitors, along with the exhibiting companies, as well as the number of aircraft participating in the exhibition. Pointing out that the exhibition was able to attract 370 new companies, in a strong indication of the exhibition's position at the international level.

Linjawi indicated in press statements on the sidelines of the exhibition yesterday, that invitations had been sent to 140 official delegations, who attended the activities of the international exhibition, noting that the health procedures followed by the UAE regarding dealing with the "Corona" pandemic gave confidence to various companies and delegations to attend the events. The event, starting from the arrival of the guest at the airport, and ending with the exhibition grounds, pointing out that these efforts were coordinated in advance six months before the start of the event.

continuous growth

Linjawi stressed that the air traffic in Dubai is witnessing a continuous increase, along with the movement of cargo, noting that the airports will return to work at full operational capacity, in light of the increase in the movement of passengers and flights operated by Emirates Airlines and Fly Dubai, in addition to To the increase in the number of foreign airlines operating in the country's airports.

"This gives indications and reassurances to the world that we are leading the recovery phase in the air transport sector, and we are continuing to implement the latest procedures and facilities that support this trend," he said.

active movement

Linjawi said that "Dubai Air" witnessed an active movement by commercial visitors and specialized companies, to conclude deals and sign agreements, as the exhibition represents a global platform that provides many opportunities at the regional and international levels, pointing out that the various participating parties presented the latest technical solutions and products in sectors. Aviation, aerospace and defense, as well as conferences, discussion sessions, and a platform for startups to highlight their innovations, in addition to air flight shows that attracted the attention of visitors and participants alike.

Coordinate

Linjawi explained that organizing the airspace, in coordination between the concerned authorities, is the responsibility of the Dubai Air Navigation Services Corporation (Dans), noting that coordination was made regarding air shows during the activities of the Expo, and also during the Dubai Air Show, where the airspace was closed. For Al Maktoum International Airport, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm throughout the exhibition days.

Inspection campaigns

Linjawi said that the number of inspection campaigns carried out by the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority in the Aviation Security Department between January and October last year amounted to 13 campaigns, compared to nine campaigns last year as a whole.

He pointed out that the total number of passengers through Dubai International Airport has reached more than 20.7 million since the beginning of this year until the end of October 2021.

And he indicated that the movement of aircraft to and from Dubai airports recorded a growth of 76% during the third quarter of this year, compared to the same period last year, noting that the strong growth rates are evidence of the continuous increase in the activity of the air transport sector at Dubai Airport, which occupies the forefront of airports. the world, in terms of international passenger numbers.

Landing Permissions

Linjawi said that landing permits for commercial and private planes and unscheduled air cargo, in turn, recorded a growth of 15%, while the growth rate of no-objection certificates for transporting dangerous materials reached 43%.

He said that the permits for building heights amounted to 61 permits during the past year, compared to 43 during the period between January and October 2021, while the number of permits for tower cranes reached 347 permits in 2020, compared to 208 permits during the first ten months of this year.

Tasks

The Executive Director of the Aviation Security and Accident Investigation Sector at the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Muhammad Abdullah Linjawi, explained that the sector exercises the following tasks through its organizational units, and in cooperation with the competent federal and local authorities, which include developing policies related to aviation security, and the transport of dangerous materials through In addition to issuing the necessary approvals, in terms of civil aviation security requirements in the Emirate of Dubai, in coordination with the relevant regulatory unit for the purposes of permitting foreign air operators licensed by the General Authority Civil Aviation, by operating regular or non-scheduled flights to the emirate’s airports, as well as supervising and approving security and safety procedures for facilities and regulations at Dubai airports, in coordination with the aviation safety and environment sector.

• «Dubai Air» managed to attract 370 new companies.

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