Saudi Arabia: Alliance Aviation sets up modern hangar and FBO facility at AlUla
Alliance
Aviation has inaugurated a state-of-the-art hangar and Fixed
Base Operation (FBO) facility at AlUla
International Airport, marking a major milestone as Saudi Arabia’s
first purpose-built general aviation hangar. The announcement was made during the
9th
Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Riyadh, held under the theme “The
Key to Prosperity: Unlocking New Frontiers of Growth.”
Developed in collaboration with the Royal Commission for AlUla
(RCU), the facility underscores a shared vision to transform AlUla into a premier
cultural and aviation hub, in alignment with Vision 2030 and Masterplan 2.
“This launch marks a significant step forward
for both Alliance and Saudi Arabia’s private aviation sector,” said Brendan McQuaid,
Founder of Alliance Aviation. “We’re proud to partner with the Royal Commission
for AlUla in creating a facility that embodies the region’s heritage and
hospitality while advancing the Kingdom’s goal of developing world-class aviation
infrastructure. AlUla is emerging as a hub that seamlessly connects culture,
commerce, and connectivity.”
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Setting a new standard
for business aviation
The 2,850-square-meter hangar can accommodate two
Gulfstream G650s and one
Challenger 650, or a combination of two large-cabin aircraft and two light jets.
It offers secure, climate-controlled hangarage, along with dedicated crew
facilities and VIP passenger services.
Amenities include a private lounge, crew rest
areas, ground handling and line maintenance services, high-speed connectivity,
and 24/7 access and security, ensuring seamless service for both passengers and
operators.
Driving AlUla’s sustainable
tourism and investment goals
Alliance Aviation will operate and manage the
facility, providing hangarage, ground handling, and aircraft management
services to private and business jet operators. The partnership supports
AlUla’s long-term strategy to position itself as a model for sustainable
tourism and innovation, targeting two million annual visitors and a SAR 150
billion contribution to Saudi GDP by 2035.
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The new hangar complements major ongoing
upgrades at AlUla International Airport, including expanded taxiways and apron
areas, a new executive terminal, and virtual air traffic control systems, enhancing
its status as one of the Kingdom’s most technologically advanced regional
airports.
This
development forms part of Alliance Aviation’s broader expansion strategy into
high-growth markets, reinforcing its commitment to advancing business aviation
across the region.
Source: Aviation World
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