Tashkent-East Airport will be the first in Uzbekistan to introduce air taxi, VIP taxi, and other premium Fixed Base Operator (FBO) services. This development is part of a memorandum of cooperation signed between Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Transport and the international aviation company Jetex during President Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s visit to the United Arab Emirates, as reported by Daryo.uz.
Key Points of the Agreement
The memorandum, signed by Minister of Transport Ilkhom Makhkamov and Jetex founder Adel Mardini, paves the way for significant investments in Uzbekistan’s civil aviation sector and the establishment of modern infrastructure for business aviation. The collaboration focuses on:
- Building a VIP terminal and hangar for business aviation at Tashkent-East Airport.
- Launching air taxi and VIP taxi services.
- Offering aircraft repair, sales, and storage services.
- Creating over 200 highly skilled jobs.
Benefits for Economy and Tourism
The project is expected to enhance service quality in civil aviation, positioning Tashkent as a key international aviation hub. The introduction of these new services will boost the country’s appeal to tourists and investors, while providing comfortable options for international business travel.
About Jetex
Founded in 2005, Jetex is a leading business aviation operator with services in over 50 locations worldwide, spanning Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
The launch of Jetex’s innovative services in Uzbekistan marks a significant step toward integrating the country into the global business aviation network, unlocking new opportunities for economic growth and tourism development.
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