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UAE ACHIEVES OVER ONE MILLION AIR

MOVEMENTS IN 2024

News Home More from Local Monday, 6 January 2025 13:16

By WAM

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The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced that the Sheikh Zayed Air Navigation Centre
successfully surpassed one million air traffic movements in 2024.

Speaking of the achievement the Minister of Economy and Chairman of GCAA, Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, said,

“Under the guidance of our wise leadership, the UAE has implemented innovative national initiatives and strategies
to enhance its competitiveness and prominence in the civil aviation and air services sector, both regionally and
globally.

Achieving the milestone of one million air traffic movements in a single year is not a mere numerical achievement but
a reflection of the UAE's commitment to developing the aviation sector as a cornerstone of its national economy and

solidifying its position as a global air transport destination."

He added, "This accomplishment highlights the country’s capacity to deliver innovative and integrated solutions that
enhance the efficiency of aviation operations. With over 20 per cent growth in air traffic over the past two years,
among the highest globally, the UAE is well-equipped to handle even greater volumes in the years ahead, supported

by advanced infrastructure and skilled workforce and state-of-the-art technologies.”

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