Jeddah-based private aircraft operator Aviation Horizons has obtained a Part 135 license from the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) in Saudi Arabia.

The company has also signed a cooperation agreement with Saudia Private Aviation and become an operator member of the Middle East Business Aviation Association.

Aviation Horizons was established in 2007 specialising in private aviation services including private jets operations, aircraft charter, aircraft sales and acquisitions as well as consultancy in private jet operations. Aviation Horizons says it has gained the respect and appreciation of its clients and commercial affiliates worldwide, and relies on its carefully selected staff.

Hosam Andijani, general manager, says: "We are proud of our commitment and reliant on the Saudi professionals within Aviation Horizons. We believe it is our duty towards our country in supporting Saudi employment and we'll continue our expansion through hiring the best professionals to achieve the company's goals."

The company believes its charter license to be the first issued after a royal decree which separated the General Authority of Civil Aviation from the Ministry of Defense.

"With the increasing demand (for business aviation services) in the Kingdom, our goal is to uplift the private aviation service and provide our clients with the optimum services they deserve to have," says ceo Mohammad Bokhari. "We look forward to cooperating with GACA and private aviation companies to assist in increasing the efficiency of the private aviation market in Saudi Arabia."