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Valo Aviation Launches Bizav Ops in Bahrain
By: Chad Trautvetter
Caption: With air operator certificate in hand, company hopes to make Bahrain a bizav hub
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Manama, Bahrain-based Valo Aviation became the first business jet charter operator in the country, receiving an air operator certificate (AOC) from Bahrain Civil Aviation Affairs yesterday at the Bahrain International Airshow. Besides air charter, the company also offers business aircraft sales, management, maintenance, and flight operations support.
“We are thrilled to receive our AOC certification, which reflects the hard work and dedication of our team,” said Valo CEO Hanna Hakamo. “This achievement allows us to move forward with our mission to provide exceptional, world-class business aviation services in the region and contribute to Bahrain’s growing business aviation sector.”
Ali Al Mudaifa, chief of business development at the Bahrain Economic Development Board, believes the milestone will help to secure the country as a business aviation hub in the Arabian Gulf region. “The establishment of Valo Aviation marks an important step in our efforts to diversify the economy and enhance the quality of services available to business travelers,” he said. “We look forward to supporting Valo Aviation as it grows and contributes to our vibrant aviation sector.”