GACA Grants Annual Permits to Private Aircraft Owners

14 November, 2024

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has approved the issuance of annual permits for private aircraft owners. These permits apply to aircraft used for personal, non-commercial purposes, and operated by foreign companies, provided they meet the approved requirements. This initiative complements the existing individual flight permits, allowing private aircraft owners to travel to, from, and within the Kingdom more easily without needing a separate permit for each flight.

This decision aligns with the objectives of the National Aviation Strategy, which seeks to enhance cooperation and establish strategic partnerships with companies and relevant entities. It aims to provide safe, sound, sustainable, and efficient transportation solutions within a regulatory framework that adheres to international best practices. These efforts support the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals, and the implementation of the General Aviation Roadmap, which prioritizes increasing private aircraft operations based in the Kingdom and streamlining procedural requirements.

For additional details, please contact the Flight Permits Department at GAFC@Gaca.gov.sa. For further inquiries, contact the General Administration of General Aviation via email at generalaviation@gaca.gov.sa.