DC Aviation Group marked several significant milestones this year, observing its 25th anniversary, the 15th anniversary of its operations in Malta, and the 10th anniversary of DC Aviation Al-Futtaim (DCAF) based in Dubai. To commemorate these milestones, a specially curated IMAGINE show was hosted in partnership with Al-Futtaim on the opening day of the Dubai Airshow at Dubai Festival City. Over the past decade, the Dubai branch has accomplished notable feats, including the construction and completion of its purpose-built integrated hangar facility equipped with lounge and office spaces in September 2013. This development positioned it as the inaugural fully integrated business aviation operation at the newly established Al Maktoum International Airport, situated in Dubai South.
DCAF's premises consist of two specific hangars, totaling over 13,500 square meters, situated on a land-side plot area spanning 24,000 square meters, along with an apron area covering 13,500 square meters, capable of accommodating various sizes of business jets. Within the facility, there's an exclusive lounge area spanning 1,300 square meters, designed to offer utmost comfort and privacy, featuring amenities such as shower areas, a spacious conference room, covered parking, and modern interiors. Reflecting its commitment to customers, DCAF recently finalized the renovation of its exterior and VVIP lounges. Customers can anticipate exceptional convenience, including 24-hour on-site screening services, customs and immigration facilities, and seamless access from limousine drop-off directly to the aircraft, parked conveniently in front of the lounge.
Michael Kuhn, CEO of DC Aviation Group, said, “This is a significant milestone for all of us at DC Aviation and further reaffirms our decision to partner with Al-Futtaim, with whom we have a long-standing relationship. This joint venture has enabled us to create one of the leading business aviation operations in the Middle East and we look forward to continuing to expand our operations and offering our customers the highest levels of service and safety. We look forward to meeting all our industry partners, suppliers and customers at the celebratory party in Dubai”.
“As we mark our 10th anniversary, we hold great pride in the journey we have taken as a business”, said Holger Ostheimer, Managing Director of DC Aviation Al-Futtaim. “From day one, we were confident in Al Maktoum International Airport’s tremendous potential to develop as a key hub for business and private aviation and thereby enhance the success of Dubai’s aviation industry. We feel privileged to be a partner in the continuous progress of the UAE’s expanding aviation industry and look forward to continuing to serve our clients with the best-in-class services”.