Kuwait Airport Restores Operations to 190 Daily Flights After Iranian Attack

Kuwait International Airport is steadily returning to normal operations, with daily flights reaching around 190, following what officials have termed a "heinous Iranian attack" on the airport and its infrastructure. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has been actively engaged in repair, maintenance, and rehabilitation efforts to restore the airport to its full capacity.

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The authority continues to work to repair the damage caused to the airport building and its facilities.

Engineer Duaij Al-Otaibi, Acting Director General of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, stated that the authority, with the support of its employees and political leadership, has overcome the repercussions of the attack. Air traffic is showing a clear improvement, and flight numbers are expected to increase further once maintenance on the main passenger terminal, Terminal 1, is completed. Al-Otaibi praised the dedication of civil aviation employees and volunteers for their crucial role during the emergency period.

Kuwait has also been active on the international stage, presenting its legal and technical position regarding the attacks to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). This effort has resulted in securing international support, which confirms the validity of Kuwait's position and highlights serious violations of international agreements. The support received is crucial for preserving Kuwait's rights in the aftermath of the incident.

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Air traffic is now witnessing a clear improvement, with the number of arriving and departing flights reaching around 190 flights per day.

The airport's recovery has been a collaborative effort, with Al-Otaibi expressing gratitude for the cooperation of various entities, including the Ministry of Interior, the General Administration of Customs, Kuwait Airways, Jazeera Airways, KAFCO, and other service providers. Additionally, appreciation was extended to Saudi Arabia's civil aviation authority and other Gulf Cooperation Council and Arab states for their continued support.

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Kuwait had succeeded in presenting its legal and technical position before the International Civil Aviation Organization and securing international support confirming the validity of its position regarding the attacks that targeted Kuwait International Airport.