Muscat: People in Oman and visitors to the country will soon be able to enjoy another form of travel, with the country looking to start its first seaplane service.
The decision to establish seaplane services are part of Oman’s tourism expansion plans.
Companies that wish to establish and operate these services are welcome to submit their bids to the country’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), along with a detailed letter that contains an economic feasibility study, business plan and proof of funds required to run operations.
It is expected that these seaplanes will have a capacity of 19 seats or less, and a take-off weight of less than 10 tonnes. Companies operating these aircraft must fill in a class B licence application form, which can be found on the authority’s website,
www.caa.gov.om.“The applicant must also pay an application fee of OMR 300 once his initial bid has been accepted,” said the CAA in a statement. “They must also complete all the requirements for an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) within a specific timetable.
Applications must be sent through email to the
[email protected]. The operating licences have a validity of seven years.
“Initial acceptance of an application does not mean it has been approved,” said the CAA. “In the event that more than one application fulfils the necessary terms and conditions, the authority will award the operating rights to a maximum of two companies.”
For more information, those interested can call +968 2435-4433.
