SalamAir, a low-fare airline in Oman, has signed a 10-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mach Aerospace International (MAI) to provide aircraft wheels and brakes maintenance services. SalamAir will provide MAI with a set of specialised wheels and brakes shop tools, while MAI will oversee the establishment and operation of the facility at Muscat International Airport. The overall aim is that the airline can support industrial development and capabilities within Oman.
“By anchoring advanced maintenance capabilities within the Sultanate, we are fostering self-sufficiency in critical aviation services and ensuring that technical expertise, innovation, and economic value remain within our borders,” said Mohammed Abdullah Al Khonji, Chairman of SalamAir. “As these services will also be made available to other airlines operating from Muscat International Airport, the project will further enhance the airport’s attractiveness as a preferred regional base for high-quality technical support, contributing to future investment and aviation-related growth.”
“This collaboration marks a milestone in Oman’s journey toward establishing advanced maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) capabilities,” said Dr. Abdullah Masoud Al-Harthy, Chairman of Mach Aerospace International. “By providing the agreed-on Wheels & Brakes maintenance services, we will introduce world-class maintenance processes and technology designed to deliver faster turnaround times, extend component life cycles, and ensure the highest standards of safety and reliability.”
Photo: SalamAir
