During the 11th Press Conference of the Supreme Committee on COVID-19, June 25, 2020. H.E. Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Futaisi – The Minister of Transport, said that the decision on the return of air traffic has not been taken yet, and talks are underway.
There has been a significant decline in business for airlines and there has been a decrease of more than 50 per cent in the aviation sector’s contribution to Oman’s GDP.
Minister of Transport: The decision will be announced in due course, noting that there are continuous movement of special flights for repatriation and air cargo
Minister of Transport: There are countries that still have not opened up their airports, while some nations ask for health requirements, including the health isolation of arriving passengers
Minister of Transport: Efforts have made by Oman Air and Oman Airports to reduce expenses, and it has been possible to reduce at least 40% of the annual normal operating cost.
