Oman launches advanced air mobility strategy to 2040
National program aims to support drones and electric aircraft across logistics, healthcare and transportation sectors
MUSCAT, Oman (MNTV) — Oman’s Civil Aviation Authority has introduced a new Advanced Air Mobility program as part of the country’s National Aviation Strategy 2040, laying the groundwork for the future use of drones and next-generation electric aircraft.
The initiative is aligned with Oman Vision 2040 and is designed to encourage innovation, attract investment and prepare the country’s aviation sector for emerging technologies.
Officials said the program will support the gradual integration of unmanned aerial vehicles and electric aircraft into services such as logistics, healthcare delivery and smart transportation, particularly in areas where faster and more efficient connectivity is needed.
Rawiya bint Nasser Al Adawiya, Director General of Civil Aviation Regulation, said the initiative seeks to create a comprehensive ecosystem for drone technologies while ensuring Oman remains prepared for developments reshaping the global aviation industry.
The program is built around three main pillars: establishing a regulatory and legislative framework for advanced air mobility, creating a dedicated drone traffic management system, and introducing a supervised testing environment to facilitate phased deployment of new technologies.
The Civil Aviation Authority said it will oversee licensing, policy development, regulation and compliance with international safety standards, while operational implementation will be carried out by specialized organizations.
Authorities described the initiative as a long-term national framework rather than a single pilot project, focusing on building the infrastructure, regulations and operational systems required before large-scale adoption can take place.
A key component of the program is the development of a drone traffic management platform that will help coordinate flight operations, improve safety and support oversight as the number of unmanned aircraft increases.
The testing framework will allow new technologies and services to be introduced in controlled conditions, enabling regulators and operators to refine technical and operational requirements before wider deployment.
The authority said the strategy is also aligned with international efforts led by the International Civil Aviation Organization to integrate innovative and sustainable aviation technologies into national air transport systems.
The announcement follows a recent drone cargo trial in which approximately 100 kilograms of medicines and medical supplies were transported nearly 100 kilometers from Muscat to Jabal Akhdar. Officials said the test demonstrated the potential of drone technology to improve access to essential services in remote and difficult-to-reach regions.
The Civil Aviation Authority said the program is expected to create new opportunities in healthcare, logistics and smart mobility as Oman continues to develop its advanced aviation sector.
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