MUSCAT : The ceremony was held under the patronage of His Excellency Eng. Khamis bin Mohammed Al Shamakhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, as well as the Chairman of SalamAir.

The event was attended by Dr. Razzaq Salman Mashkoor Minister Plenipotentiary and Deputy Head of the Iraqi Diplomatic Mission, and His Excellency Khalid Al Ayoubi, Chargé d’Affaires at the Embassy of the Syrian Arab Republic in the Sultanate of Oman. Also in attendance were representatives from Oman Airports, alongside aviation ecosystem partners and media representatives.

The Muscat–Erbil service will commence on 25 October 2026 with two weekly flights, introducing SalamAir’s second destination in Iraq and complementing its existing Baghdad operations. Known for its historic citadel and vibrant markets, Erbil brings another distinctive destination to the airline’s growing network.

SalamAir will commence direct flights between Muscat and Damascus on 28 October 2026, becoming the first Omani airline to operate this route. The service will strengthen connectivity between Oman and Syria, providing a convenient travel option for passengers travelling for tourism and business. The route will also offer travellers opportunities to discover the Syrian capital’s rich cultural heritage, historic landmarks and traditional markets.

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