Al-Hosari: The Syrian Civil Aviation Authority is about to launch an ambitious plan to develop the aviation sector in Syria

Syrian Civil Aviation Authority President Omar Al-Hosari said today, Monday, that the authority is about to launch an ambitious plan to develop the aviation sector in the country.

In statements to the Syrian "News" channel today, Al-Hosari added: "The plan includes expanding the operational capacity of the current Syrian airports to exceed 5 million passengers annually."

He confirmed the provision of about one million job opportunities in education and training, in addition to tourism related to air transport.

He pointed out the assurance of repositioning Syria as a pivotal center in regional and international air traffic.

Al-Hosari said, "The plan relies on investing in Syria's geographical location, opening the door for new local companies, and enhancing cooperation with regional and international partners."

He also confirmed that the Mezzeh Airport will be converted into a civilian airport dedicated to private aviation and businesspeople.

He noted that Aleppo International Airport will witness an expansion aimed at enhancing its role in northern Syria, with a capacity of up to two million passengers annually.

Speaking about Qamishli and Deir ez-Zor airports, he said they are being developed flexibly and seasonally to meet the needs of the eastern regions according to the specifics of each location.

Al-Hosari stated that "the plan to expand the national air fleet extends until 2030, starting with the addition of 2–3 aircraft before the end of 2025, then one to two aircraft every quarter until the end of 2026."

He added: "We are working on reintroducing Syrian Airlines with a new visual identity that embodies the spirit of openness and renewal." He pointed out the use of international expertise and bringing in specialized trainers to qualify the staff according to global civil aviation standards.