Kuwait airport returns to advanced operational levels with 190 daily flights
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The Acting Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority, Engineer Duaij Al-Otaibi, confirmed that Kuwait International Airport has successfully overcome the impact of what he described as the “heinous Iranian attack” and has gradually returned to advanced operational levels, supported by the efforts of civil aviation personnel, political leadership, and directives from the Minister of Defense, Sheikh Abdullah Ali Al-Sabah.
Al-Otaibi said the authority continues its recovery and maintenance operations under the supervision of the Chairman of the Civil Aviation Authority, Sheikh Hamoud Mubarak Al-Hamoud Al-Sabah. He noted that ongoing repair work is addressing damage to airport buildings and infrastructure, with operational performance steadily improving as air traffic increases.
He added that, in line with ministerial directives, extensive restoration work was carried out to repair affected facilities and restore functionality across the airport.
Thanks to coordinated efforts and strong institutional support, Kuwait International Airport has resumed stable operations, with expectations of further growth in flight activity in the coming period, reports Al-Rai daily.
Al-Otaibi reported that air traffic has seen a significant recovery, with approximately 190 arriving and departing flights per day.
He said several airlines have resumed operations in Kuwait, and further increases are expected following the completion of maintenance and rehabilitation works at the main passenger terminal (T1).
He praised the contributions of the Ministry of Interior, the General Administration of Customs, Kuwait Airways, Jazeera Airways, KAFCO, and other service partners at the airport, highlighting the exceptional dedication of civil aviation staff and supporting teams in restoring operations.
Al-Otaibi also expressed gratitude to the Saudi Civil Aviation Authority for its cooperation and continued support, as well as to GCC and Arab civil aviation bodies for their backing of Kuwait’s position.
He further noted Kuwait’s successful presentation of its case before the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), stating that the country secured international support affirming its legal and technical stance regarding the incident, which it considers a violation of international aviation agreements.
