SalamAir has signed a ten-year memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Mach Aerospace International (MAI) to set up an aircraft wheels and brakes maintenance centre in Oman.
Under the deal, SalamAir will provide MAI with a full set of specialised wheels and brakes shop tools. MAI will build and operate the new facility at Muscat International Airport. The workshop will handle wheel and brake repairs for SalamAir’s fleet and other local or regional carriers.
Dr Abdullah Masoud Al-Harthy, Chairman of Mach Aerospace International, said: “This collaboration marks a milestone in Oman’s journey to develop advanced MRO capabilities. We will bring world-class maintenance standards and faster turnaround times while ensuring maximum safety and reliability.”
The agreement fits SalamAir’s plan to move beyond passenger services. The airline aims to strengthen Oman’s aviation infrastructure and develop local technical skills. By doing so, it supports national industry and builds home-grown expertise in aviation maintenance.
The new facility will also help position Oman as a regional centre for aviation innovation. Its location at Muscat International Airport offers airlines a convenient, cost-effective alternative to overseas maintenance.
Together, SalamAir and MAI are creating a foundation for a stronger aviation ecosystem in the Sultanate—one focused on efficiency, quality, and sustainable growth.
