Gama Aviation, a global leader in business aviation services, has announced record passenger numbers for 2024, 10 years since opening its Fixed Base Operation (FBO) in Sharjah.
With a focus on further expanding its FBO footprint, two major developments are set to redefine its offerings in 2025, a new FBO and hangar facility at Sharjah International Airport, UAE, and another in Jersey, Channel Islands.
Tom Murphy, managing director of Gama Aviation’s FBO Services said, “The record-breaking performance of our Sharjah FBO underscores its growing importance as a high-quality alternative to Dubai. With its strategic location, operational efficiency, and premium services, Sharjah is proving to be a critical solution for the region’s aviation capacity challenges. This success provides the perfect momentum as we prepare to launch our new FBO and hangar facility in 2025, further elevating the private aviation experience.”
Sharjah International Airport has emerged as a preferred alternative for private and business aviation clients facing increasing congestion at Dubai International Airport (DXB), where business jet slots are becoming limited.
Recently, the airport’s authority introduced extensive slot restrictions for general aviation flights. Gama Aviation’s Sharjah FBO has capitalized on this shift, achieving record passenger growth and positioning the airport as a premier gateway for business aviation in the Middle East.
Beyond Sharjah, Gama Aviation is set to break ground on a new FBO and hangar facility in Jersey, Channel Islands, in 2025.
The Jersey FBO, which handled over 6,000 business jet movements in 2024, continues to play a crucial role in the company’s European strategy.
Meanwhile, the Glasgow FBO recorded an impressive 20% increase in movement volumes, further demonstrating the success of Gama Aviation’s expanding network.
These developments reflect the company’s ambition to enhance service excellence across key locations, reinforcing its position as a leader in private aviation.
With its latest achievements, Gama Aviation’s Sharjah FBO is playing a vital role in strengthening the emirate’s position as a key player in the Middle East aviation sector. As DXB faces increasing limitations, Sharjah is stepping up as a seamless, high-quality alternative, reinforcing its role as a regional business aviation hub.
