Civil Aviation Authority Oman

What Civil Aviation Authority Oman does

The Civil Aviation Authority Oman (هيئة الطيران المدني) is the sole statutory regulator of civil aviation in the Sultanate of Oman, established by Sultani Decree No. 33/2012 on 26 May 2012 and renamed from the Public Authority for Civil Aviation under Decree 85/2020. It operates under Civil Aviation Law (Decree 76/2019) and serves all participants in Oman's aviation ecosystem — airlines (Oman Air, Salam Air), airport operators (Oman Airports managing Muscat, Salalah, Sohar, and Duqm airports), drone operators, aviation medical examiners, aviation academies, and air passengers. The authority is led by President Engineer Naif bin Ali Al Abri and a board chaired by Engineer Saeed Hamood Al Maawali.

Its core product portfolio spans regulatory licensing (airworthiness, pilot/engineer/cabin crew licensing, aerodrome certification, air navigation service provider licensing), operational services (overflight and landing permits, aviation security permits, air traffic safety), and infrastructure management (Muscat International Airport at 20M capacity expandable to 56M, Salalah Airport at 2M expandable to 6M, plus Sohar and Duqm). The authority also operates the Oman Meteorology service and the National Multi-Hazard Early Warning Centre (est. 2015), an Aeronautical Information Management (AIM) platform, an Open Data Portal in XLS/XML/JSON/CSV formats, and strategic programs (Ajwa for airspace, Irtiqaa for safety/security, Ithmar for investment, Muzn for early warning, Raqmana for digital transformation) — all aligned with the National Aviation Strategy 2040 targeting 40M+ passengers, 1M tons of cargo, OMR 1B+ private investment, and 3.5%+ GDP contribution.

Revenue is generated primarily through regulatory and licensing fees under Decision 879/2025, though most services are provided free of charge; the entity is effectively government-funded and does not publicly disclose revenue. Distribution is direct via the official website portal (caa.gov.om), physical service centers, diplomatic channels, and dedicated reporting systems (occurrences-app.caa.gov.om). It is a member of ICAO, ACAO (Executive Council 2026-2028), WMO (since 1970), and IATA, and holds partnerships with the Ministry of Transport, Ibn Firnas Center, and ITAérea for AAM development.

Name

Civil Aviation Authority Oman

Legal name

Civil Aviation Authority Oman (هيئة الطيران المدني)

Website

https://caa.gov.om

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

The Civil Aviation Authority Oman is the sole statutory regulator of civil aviation in the Sultanate of Oman, established by Sultani Decree 33/2012. It licenses airlines, certifies airports, manages Muscat International and three other airports, operates meteorological and early warning services, and executes the National Aviation Strategy 2040.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Civil Aviation Regulation

NAICS

Airport Operations (48811), Air Traffic Control (488111), Scheduled Air Transportation (48111)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581), Air Transportation, Scheduled (4512), Air Transportation, Nonscheduled (4522)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation Infrastructure Agencies (Public Airports, Airfield Ops, Ground Access) (BPAIALAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Flight Operations Control & Dispatch (OCC/IOCC) (THABAIAA)

Keywords

• Civil aviation regulation
• Aviation licensing services
• Airport management
• Air navigation services
• Aviation safety oversight

Headquarters

HQ city

Muscat

HQ country

Oman

HQ region

Middle East

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Regulatory and Licensing Fees: The authority generates revenue through various regulatory service fees including aircraft airworthiness certificates, pilot licenses, medical certificates, airport certifications, and various operational permits. Fees are established under Decision 879/2025 for services provided by the authority.
2. Service Fees: Fees for various aviation services including diplomatic flight permits, security permits for airport entry, aerodrome approvals, and air navigation services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Civil Aviation Authority Oman is the government regulatory authority for civil aviation in the Sultanate of Oman, providing aviation licensing, certification, airworthiness, air navigation safety, airport safety, aviation security, air transport, and meteorological services. It also manages and operates national airport infrastructure including Muscat International Airport, Salalah Airport, Sohar Airport, and Duqm Airport, and implements strategic programs aligned with the National Aviation Strategy 2040.

Product overview

Civil Aviation Authority Oman is a regulatory body overseeing civil aviation in the Sultanate of Oman. Its product portfolio consists of multiple interconnected service lines: regulatory and licensing services (aviation medical certification, flight safety/airworthiness, pilot and engineer licensing, air navigation safety licensing), airport management and safety services (for Muscat International, Salalah, Sohar, and Duqm airports), air transport services (overflight and landing permits), open data and AIM (Aeronautical Information Management) platforms, and passenger rights protection. The authority also operates strategic programs including Ajwa (airspace management), Irtiqaa (safety/security development), Ithmar (investment), Muzn (early warning), and a Digital Transformation Program, all aligned with the National Aviation Strategy 2040 which targets 40+ million passengers and OMR 1 billion in private investment.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Medical Services (خدمات طب الطيران) Aviation medical certification services including issuance, renewal, amendment, and cancellation of medical certificates for pilots and aircrew, plus designation and accreditation of aviation medical examiners and aeromedical centres.
• Aviation Security and Facilities (أمن الطيران والمرافق) Security permits and access control services for airport entry, enabling authorized personnel to access restricted airport areas.
• Flight Safety Services (السلامة الجوية) Airworthiness certification, pilot licensing, engineer licensing, cabin crew licensing, flight operations checklists, RVSM approvals, dangerous goods transport, and aeromedical services.
• Air Transport Services (النقل الجوي) Diplomatic overflight and landing permits, landing requests for Omani airports, overflying permits, and application forms for general aviation activities.
• Airport Safety Services (سلامة المطارات) Aerodrome certification, approvals for building height, communication tower height, power line height, crane usage, fireworks, parachute operations, balloon installation, laser lighting, kite activities, and billboards near airports.
• Air Navigation Safety Services (سلامة الملاحة الجوية) Licensing for meteorological service providers, air traffic service providers, aeronautical information service providers, flight procedure designers, aeronautical telecommunication service providers, air navigation charts, and flight inspection services.
• Muscat International Airport (مطار مسقط الدولي) Major international airport operated by CAA Oman in Seeb governorate, opened November 2019, with current capacity of 20 million passengers annually (expandable to 56 million). Features a 580,000 sqm passenger terminal with three concourses, 118 airline check-in counters, 82 immigration counters, 40 airbridges, 29 gates, and 59 aircraft stands.
• Salalah Airport (مطار صلالة) Regional airport opened 11 November 2015; capacity of 2 million passengers annually, expandable to 6 million. Building area exceeds 65,000 sqm; runway 4 km long and 75 m wide; 57 m control tower; total cost 365 million Omani Rial.
• Sohar Airport (مطار صحار) Regional airport opened 18 November 2014 serving as emergency alternative to Muscat International Airport. International code OHS; capacity of 70,000 passengers annually; 1,200 sqm passenger building with 4 boarding bridges.
• Oman Meteorology Services (الأرصاد العمانية) Meteorological services responsible for regulating and overseeing weather services in Oman, utilizing latest technologies to monitor and forecast climate patterns. Includes the National Multi-Hazard Early Warning Centre established in 2015.
• Passenger Rights Protection Regulation (لائحة حماية حقوق المسافرين) Regulation governing passenger rights including compensation for flight cancellations, delays, denied boarding, lost baggage, downgrading, and rights of passengers with reduced mobility, based on Civil Aviation Law decree 76/2019.
• Civil Aviation Regulations (CAR) Comprehensive set of civil aviation regulations covering airworthiness, flight operations, air traffic services, aerodromes, personnel licensing, dangerous goods, meteorological services, and search and rescue.
• Aeronautical Information Management (AIM) Manages and publishes aeronautical information including AIP supplements, Aeronautical Information Circulars, and NOTAMs for Oman's airspace.
• Open Data Portal Open data initiative providing monthly and annual air traffic statistics for Muscat, Salalah, Sohar, and Duqm airports in machine-readable formats (XLS, XML, JSON, CSV) to support research, commercial use, and transparency.
• Safety Occurrence Reporting System System for reporting safety occurrences and security incidents to the CAA, available via web application at occurrences-app.caa.gov.om for integrated safety reporting.

Quantifiable outcome

• Muscat International Airport serves 13.1 million passengers annually with capacity for 20 million (expandable to 56 million)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ministry of Transport and Communications and Information Technology (Oman)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 June 2026MoU signed to enhance institutional integration between relevant agencies for developing the drone ecosystem and Advanced Air Mobility in Oman. The partnership supports innovation, enables operational testing, and develops national capabilities in unmanned aircraft systems, aligned with Oman's digital and logistics economy vision.
• Ibn Firnas Center for Unmanned AircraftcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 June 2026Partnership to strengthen integration between civil aviation and drone development entities in Oman, supporting innovation, operational testing, and national capability development in drone technologies.
• ITAérea Aeronautical Business SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 June 2026MoU signed to enhance cooperation in national capacity building and specialized competency development for Advanced Air Mobility and unmanned aircraft systems. Leverages ITAérea's academic and executive programs in modern aviation fields.
• World Meteorological Organization (WMO)coreOthersOman joined WMO in 1970 and has since become part of a global network for exchanging climate data and contributing to scientific research for improving weather forecasts. This international cooperation has enhanced meteorological services quality in Oman.
• International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)coreOthersMember state participation in ICAO standards and recommended practices for civil aviation safety, security, and efficiency. Oman complies with ICAO Annex requirements and participates in global aviation governance.
• Arab Civil Aviation Organization (ACAO)coreOthersOman serves on the Executive Council of the Arab Civil Aviation Organization for 2026-2028, representing Arab civil aviation interests regionally and internationally, promoting coordination on safety, security, environment, and air transport matters.
• IATA (International Air Transport Association)minorOthersLinked as external resource, IATA provides standards and guidance for airline operations that CAA Oman references in its regulatory framework.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Strengths5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/omanmeteorology
• Facebookfacebook.com/CAA.Sultanate.of.Oman
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/public-authority-for-civil-aviation-oman

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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