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Oman Air to launch daily non-stop flights to London Gatwick

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Oman Air to launch daily non-stop flights to London Gatwick
Oman Air announced plans to launch daily non-stop scheduled services between Muscat, capital of the Sultanate of Oman, and London Gatwick in November 2007. The new route is considered a significant milestone for Oman Air, as it is the carriers first new long haul route as part of plans to expand it route network to encompass more international destinations. The carrier will offer seven flights a week between Muscat and the London market.

Ziad Bin Karim Al Haremi Chief Executive Officer of Oman Air, stated: “London is one of our prime markets, and Gatwick offers an alternative to the highly popular Heathrow services. Oman Air is really planning to spread its reach to exciting new destinations to cater for upward demand from a diverse group of travellers. London Gatwick is part of a route expansion programme that will reinforce the carrier's position on long haul route. Our plans include the further breaching of the high-potential markets.”

Al Haremi also indicated that they would soon be announcing new destinations that would connect with the London route in the very near future.

Oman Air recently leased new long haul equipment, including Airbus A330-300 and A310-300, which will be used principally for the new services to operate the Gatwick service and other long haul destinations to be launched soon. The daily London Gatwick service will operate with two-class Business and Economy service.

Complimentary limousine services will be available to all business class and gold card Oman Air “Sindbad” FFP members when departing and arriving in London. Holiday packages inclusive of flights, hotels, and tours for the United Kingdom will be on offer.

Oman Air plans to expand its fleet, further enhance service products and systems, and push into new markets. Among items on the carrier’s agenda are fleet expansions, network expansion and, critically, a continuation of focus on corporate discipline, including cost reductions, improved efficiency and further strengthening of the company's financial position.

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