Over the last 12 months, Dubai-based Empire Aviation has added four aircraft to its management fleet and expects to maintain this momentum in 2025. The company’s aircraft management division has welcomed a Gulfstream G600 in Dubai, a Bombardier Challenger 604 in Africa, a Dassault Falcon 2000 through affiliate partners in India and an Airbus ACJ that is due to be inducted shortly.

The company is also developing a multipurpose corporate facility on a plot adjacent to the VIP terminal at Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub at Dubai South. Construction is well underway and it is projected to become operational by early 2026.

Founder and MD Paras Dhamecha says the business aviation sector is developing rapidly, with investment in world class infra-structure in response to growing demand for services as the strengthening UAE and regional economies continue to attract business and wealth: “2024 has been an exceptional year for Empire Aviation, and we see exciting times ahead both for the Middle East and other markets, where we have several new projects in the pipeline.

“We see sustained international interest in all our services from various sectors, including individuals and families, corporates and government entities. Empire Aviation works globally but our roots are in Dubai and the UAE, where we are currently developing a new corporate facility at the Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub. It’s not just about physical infrastructure; Dubai and the UAE are also investing in the essential regulatory framework and ecosystem of partners and talent vital to supporting the vision to make Dubai the aviation capital of the world.”

Empire Aviation Group has a dedicated pavilion at the 2024 MEBAA show this month where it will be meeting its aircraft owners, charter customers, partners and aviation officials. Regional business aviation continues to develop strongly, driven by increasing business activity and investment opportunities in the UAE and wider region, the company says.

“Private aviation is built on professional-personal relationships and trust, and so the opportunity to meet face to face with our aircraft owners, charter clients and aviation partners is very important,” continues Dhamecha.

“Of course, the MEBAA show also provides the perfect opportunity to connect with new people and companies, and industry innovations. It also serves as a fantastic stage to introduce Empire Aviation and our team to both regional and international industry players, while also sharing our unique story.”

Empire Aviation’s global fleet currently comprises 25 aircraft, with around one third of these available for charter. The company holds AOCs in the UAE and San Marino, and operates in the US, Europe, India, Africa, Indonesia and the Middle East. It is also the authorised independent sales representative for Gulfstream in India.