Seaplane link to Musandam, Dhofar, Jabal Al Akhdar soon

Seaplane link to Musandam, Dhofar, Jabal Al Akhdar soon

The decision to establish seaplane services is part of Oman's tourism expansion plans. Photo: Courtesy Russell Crosby from Pixabay Muscat: Oman's first-ever seaplane services linking Muscat, Musandam, Dhofar, South Al Sharqyiah and other places can be expected soon. Speaking to Times of Oman, an official at Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), said: "They can even connect Jabal Al Akhdar and Jabal Shams, and may serve oil fields that are not operated by national airlines," the official said. Even international operations can take place to and from airports that have immigration and customs services available. The decision to establish seaplane services is 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