Aviation scene picking up in Salalah
Speaking on the occasion, Khalid bin Hilal al Yahmadi, Chairman of SalamAir, said: “We are proud to make this dream a reality in 12 months and grateful to the immense support we received from our shareholders, authorities concerned and our team who demonstrated great dedication and commitment to deliver this project with high levels of quality and efficiency. We are happy to note that 68 per cent of our staff is Omani and that several small and medium enterprises contributed to this accomplishment. At SalamAir we ensure to resonate the Omani experience in everything we do”.
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank SalamAir’s team, partners, and all of those who supported us in achieving this significant milestone. We have worked hard to ensure a timely take off for our first flight while never compromising on quality and simplicity. We want to give people choice and flexibility when shaping their journeys and offer great experiences to make air travel more affordable. This will enable more people to fly and allow everyone to explore new destinations, expand their horizons and connect with their family and friends,” said François Bouteiller, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SalamAir.
“This day will be remembered as an important step towards leveraging the aviation industry of Oman. It surely is a very proud moment for all of us,” the CEO added.
By offering reasonable and efficient means of transport to people in and outside Oman, SalamAir is anticipated to boost the tourism industry in the country, contributing to the realisation of the nation’s aspirations to diversify its economy through the development of certain sectors including tourism.
Operating as a low cost carrier, SalamAir is going to be the game changer due to its price tag for Salalah-Muscat-Salalah sector.
SalamAir is the first domestic low cost carrier in Oman and is likely to bring fierce price war among the airlines.
A round trip Salalah-Muscat-Salalah fare of RO 30 announced by SalamAir has excited every air traveller in Salalah.
“If allowed to fly on Salalah-Dubai sector, the airlines would surely be a great value addition as both inbound and outbound traffic would increase due to likely cheap fares,” said a Salalahbased travel agent.
Yet another airline, Salalah Air is waiting in the wings.
The first private carrier has ambitious plans to start charter operations to several destinations in the region.