Gama Aviation is set to showcase its commitment to providing top-tier business aviation services with the launch of its new Fixed Base Operation (FBO) facility at Sharjah International Airport. This event will be highlighted during the inaugural Business Aviation Asia Forum & Expo (BAAFEx) 2025, which is scheduled to take place at the Changi Exhibition Centre in Singapore.

The new Sharjah FBO is anticipated to open in 2025 and will serve as a strategic alternative for business aviation operators, especially as Dubai International Airport faces reduced slot availability for business jet traffic. The facility will operate 24/7 without any slot restrictions, ensuring efficient turnaround times of 30 to 40 minutes and a taxi time of just a few minutes. The Sharjah FBO is especially beneficial for attendees traveling between the Far East, Southeast Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, providing seamless access to the UAE’s Northern Emirates and Downtown Dubai.

Tom Murphy, Managing Director of FBO Services at Gama Aviation, noted that the Sharjah FBO is already accommodating an increasing number of Asian operators seeking efficiency and convenience. He explained that these operators benefit from reduced turnaround times, dedicated fueling services, minimal taxi times, and zero slot restrictions.

In addition to improving operational efficiencies, Gama Aviation’s new facility will offer premium hangar space that can accommodate ACJ and BBJ aircraft, competitive lease rates, and licensed engineers available for line maintenance on select airframes. This new development marks a decade of successful FBO operations in Sharjah, reinforcing Gama Aviation’s commitment to expanding its global network. The company is also planning to break ground on another FBO facility in Jersey, Channel Islands, later this year, further solidifying its position in the FBO market.

Attendees at BAAFEx 2025 will have the opportunity to engage with key executives from Gama Aviation, including Matt Birch, FBO Manager of the Sharjah FBO, and Engin Basyurt, Head of Business Development.