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SalamAir is pleased to announce the appointment of Eng. Yaqoob bin Saif bin Hamoud Al Kiyumi as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 October 2026.

The appointment marks a new chapter in SalamAir’s journey as the airline continues to build on its achievements and advance its strategic priorities, with a focus on sustainable growth, operational excellence, enhanced customer experience, and strengthening its role within Oman’s aviation sector.

On this occasion, the Board of Directors of SalamAir extends its sincere appreciation to Mr. Adrian Hamilton-Manns for his leadership, dedication, and valuable contributions during his tenure as Chief Executive Officer.

The Board warmly welcomes Eng. Yaqoob Al Kiyumi and looks forward to working with him as he leads SalamAir into its next phase of development. Building on the strong foundations and achievements of the airline, his leadership will support SalamAir’s continued growth and its commitment to providing affordable and accessible air travel, while strengthening connectivity between Oman and the world.

SalamAir remains committed to its long-term vision and to contributing to the development of Oman’s aviation and tourism sectors in alignment with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040.

Notes to Editors  

For more information, please contact

Shaimaa Al-Abri | SalamAir | shaimaa.alabri@salamair.com

About SalamAir   
SalamAir is Oman's low-cost airline, commencing operations in 2017 with a mission to make air travel more affordable and accessible while strengthening connectivity to high-potential and underserved markets. Today, the airline operates a modern fleet of 18 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft, serving more than 40 destinations across the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Europe, with over 90 daily flights.

In February 2026, SalamAir announced the completion of the Government of Oman's majority ownership in the airline, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey and reinforcing its role in supporting the Sultanate's tourism ambitions, economic diversification and Oman Vision 2040.

SalamAir remains on track to grow its fleet to 25 aircraft by 2028, supporting the airline's long-term strategy to expand its network, increase frequencies across existing routes and introduce new destinations. This continued growth will further strengthen connectivity, support tourism development, and create new employment opportunities within Oman's aviation sector.

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