Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Al BateenExecutive Airport is gearing up to welcome race teams and fans from around the world ahead of the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The season's final race is set to take place at the spectacular Yas Marina circuit on November 29.
Abu Dhabi Airports anticipatesa 20% increase in aircraft movements this yearat Al Bateen Executive Airportin the week leading up to the race,compared to the same period last year.During the 2014 race season, the airportrecorded 200 total aircraft movements, and a 5% increase in movements from aircraft using the facility without having a base there.
This year,Al Bateen Executive Airport is likely to experience one of its busiest ever periods, with cars, cargo, race teams, fans and sponsors from all over the globe flying in for race weekend. Staffing will be increased tofacilitate the anticipated high levels of F1-related traffic.
Al Bateen Executive Airport, the only dedicated business aviation airport in the Middle East, recently underwent an infrastructure upgrade, includingthe refurbishment of several hangars, the extension of available maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) facilities,and the development of high end retail provisions in the VIP lounges. The taxiway, airfield and the Sheikh Zayed Terminal have also been enhanced as part of the refurbishment.With comfortable majlis and seamless immigration processing, Al Bateen Executive Airport provides the ultimate experience in privacy and luxury.
Eng. Ahmed Al Haddabi, Chief Operations Officer at Abu Dhabi Airportssaid: "We arevery excited to welcome thousands of travelersfor the finale to the Formula 1 season.Al Bateen Executive Airport understands the specific needs of executive jet passengers, and with its fast-on-fast-off processing services and high quality operational, administrative and maintenance facilities, it remains the premiere choice for prominent figures of the local and international community. Following the recent upgrades to the airport's infrastructure, we are confident we willexceed expectations of new and returning passengers, providing themwith the highest possible levels of comfort andservice."
Located in the heart of Abu Dhabi and only 15 minutes from Yas Marina circuit, Al Bateen Executive Airport has aircraft parking capacity for up to 90 private jetswith fast turnarounds, no holding patterns, and short taxi times. Carriers already operating out of the airport include Al Jaber Aviation, Falcon Aviation Services and Rotana Jet.
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About Abu Dhabi Airports:
Abu Dhabi Airports is a public joint-stock company wholly owned by the Abu Dhabi Government. It was incorporated by Amiri Decree number 5, issued on 4 March 2006, to spearhead the development of the Emirate's aviation infrastructure. In September 2006, Abu Dhabi Airports assumed responsibility for the operation and management of Abu Dhabi and Al Ain International Airports. In 2008, Abu Dhabi Airports added Al Bateen Executive Airport (an exclusive business aviation airport), as well as Sir Bani Yas and Delma Island Airports to its portfolio. These airports are geared to serve the various segments of air travelers, the aviation marketplace, and will help contribute to Abu Dhabi's development as a destination for both business and leisure tourism.
Currently under way is the multi-billion dollar re-development and expansion of Abu Dhabi International Airport designed to increase the overall capacity of the airport to more than 40 million passengers per year. As part of this redevelopment, a second runway and a third terminal have been completed.
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About Al Bateen Executive Airport
Al Bateen Executive Airport is a dedicated business jet airport, the first of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region; conveniently located only five kilometers from the central business district of Abu Dhabi, the UAE capital. The downtown location of Al Bateen Executive Airport makes it ideal for users of business jets, whose time is valuable and who have a high-regard for the convenience that personalized jet travel can bring.
Benefits
- Only dedicated private aviation airport in the region
- Fast & efficient turnarounds
- Ideal location in the city centre close to central business district
- Over 90 parking/maintenance spaces in hangars for different aircraft sizes + 20 apron parking stands
- Business Campus - full business traveller facilities and stand-alone offices
- One-stop-shop Business Jet Specialists
- Fuel, handling, and other FBO services
- Air Taxis
- Vendor/Original equipment manufacturer (OEM) access
- Related aviation business access
- Aviation education and training
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E-mail: press@adac.ae
Layla Haroon
P.O. Box: 77765, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E
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E-mail: lharoon@bell-pottinger.com
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