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UAS International Trip Support is seeing double-digit increases in activity for its business aviation support services across the Asia-Pacific region. This week, the Dubai-based group is exhibiting at the inaugural Business Aviation Asia Forum &amp; Expo in Singapore while marking its 25th anniversary.
According to UAS founder and CEO Omar Hosari, Southeast Asia, India, and Australia have seen the most significant increases in flight activity, mainly based on the growing number of wealthy individuals in the region, as well as the expansion of tourism and infrastructure investments. In addition to supporting aircraft operators, UAS also has a Bombardier Global Express available for charter that has been in demand for trips to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
“The Asia-Pacific business jet market experienced fast growth in 2024 with a 12.5% increase,” Hosari noted. “Locally, business aircraft departures from Singapore Changi and Seletar airports in 2023 rose by almost 28% over the past five years. Accordingly, regional operators are demanding reliable trip support that enhances efficiency and ensures consistent operational excellence.”
In the region, UAS has a network of flight supervisors in China, Malaysia, and Australia. These specialists can move to specific airports to support operators as needed, handling all aspects of flight preparations. The China team is based at an operations center in Beijing and is supported by the group’s other such centers in Dubai and Houston.

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