Oman limits private jet flights

Oman has informed private jet operators using the Muscat Airport that it won’t be taking any more bookings for private jet flights as it seeks to prioritise government and commercial flights as demand escalates following the ongoing war in the region.

“Due to the current crisis management measures at Muscat International Airport, flight movements are restricted to approved seasonal scheduled services only,” the airport authorities said in email to private jet operators.

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“This measure is necessary to manage congestion and ensure that airport capacity remains within acceptable limits.”

The Oman base has become the departure point for repatriation flights currently being operated by European governments. The tarmac is also being used by private aviation companies to ferry its wealthy customers away from the tensions in the region.

“All airlines and operators are requested to cancel any slots falling outside the approved seasonal schedule and to refrain from submitting non-approved flight requests until further notice,” the email said.

“The only additional flights that may be considered during this period are embassy-sponsored repatriation flights, subject to prior approval through the applicable diplomatic channels and on the condition that no commercial sale of seats is undertaken in connection with such operations.”