Universal Aviation Tapped To Run Genav Terminal at Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Universal Aviation Tapped for New Saudi GAT in Dammam

$20 million facility is expected to be operational shortly

New GA terminal at Dammam International Airport — Universal Aviation has been named as the lone general aviation ground handling provider at Saudi Arabia’s Dammam International Airport. This makes three airports in the kingdom serviced by Universal.

By Curt Epstein • Business Aviation Services Editor

February 24, 2026

The new general aviation terminal at Saudi Arabia’s King Fahd International Airport (OEDF) in Dammam was inaugurated today in a ceremony attended by government and General Authority of Civil Aviation officials, who also named Universal Aviation as the facility’s operator. The company was granted an economic license to serve as the sole general aviation services provider at the airport.

The $20 million complex—which includes a 28,000-sq-ft hangar capable of sheltering Boeing Business Jet and Airbus Corporate Jet-class aircraft, and a 14,000-sq-ft terminal—includes all the amenities of an upscale FBO: onsite customs, immigration, and quarantine services; a reception/passenger lounge area; two private VIP suites; conference room, food and refreshment area; pilot lounge with shower facilities; and offices. It is expected to welcome its first guests over the next few months.

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