Al Bateen reports good feedback and rising business levels

Al Bateen Executive Airport has announced a 30 per cent increase in aircraft movements in the first quarter of 2010 compared with the same period in 2009. Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) says: "Feedback from brokers, operators, manufacturers, distributors, handling organisations, and fractional providers and charter and lease companies has been good. An ILS precision approach capability upgrade is underway and the airport is establishing itself as the hub for business aviation in the Middle East."

Al Bateen boasts more than 90 parking and maintenance spaces in hangars for different aircraft sizes along with 20 apron parking stands and is planning a luxury hotel.