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CL604 boosts DCAF's Middle East management fleet
DC Aviation Al-Futtaim (DCAF), part of the DC Aviation Group, has expanded its managed fleet with the addition of a Challenger 604.
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DC Aviation Al-Futtaim (DCAF), part of the DC Aviation Group, has expanded its managed fleet with the addition of a Challenger 604. The aircraft will be based at the DCAF facilities at Dubai World Central, and the contract will include a comprehensive service package including maintenance.

General manager Holger Ostheimer comments: “We very much appreciate the addition of the Challenger 604 to our managed fleet. The addition follows growing interest from clients seeking our expertise to manage their aircraft both commercially as well as under private operation. This management contract is also further evidence of our expertise and capability to deliver the highest possible quality standards for safety and service to our vip clients.”

The group is able to offer a diverse range of services. Adds group ceo Michael Kuhn: “Our experience includes executive jet charter services, FBO services, repair and maintenance services, and of course aircraft management services. Our current portfolio supports the dynamic growth strategy of DC Aviation in western and eastern Europe as well as in the Middle East.”

At its headquarters in Dubai World Central DCAF has an exclusive lounge area that caters to the needs of vvip customers in comfort and privacy. It includes shower areas, a conference room, covered parking, a dedicated ramp parking area spanning 7,700 sqm and on-site security processing facilities. There are no operational restrictions so departure is possible at any time.

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