Gama Aviation is proud to announce that its Fixed Base Operation (FBO) at Sharjah International Airport has once again achieved Stage 3 accreditation under the International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH) – the highest level attainable in the programme.

The 2025 renewal marks the second consecutive Stage 3 award for the Sharjah FBO and coincides with a significant milestone: 10 years of continuous participation in the IS-BAH programme. Gama Aviation’s Sharjah facility is the first in the Middle East region to reach this decade-long achievement, underscoring its commitment to operational excellence, safety, and service quality.

A Decade of Commitment to the Highest Standards

IS-BAH is a voluntary, global code of best practices for business aviation ground handling, developed by the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC). It is designed to promote the highest levels of safety and professionalism, with Stage 3 representing sustained performance and continuous improvement over time.
Since enrolling in 2015, the Sharjah FBO team has worked diligently to embed IS-BAH principles into every aspect of its operation. Over the past decade, this dedication has been recognised through successive accreditations, ongoing investment in training, and the introduction of enhanced safety management processes.

 

 

Regional Leadership in Business Aviation Handling

In achieving this 10-year milestone, the Sharjah FBO stands as a leader in the Middle East’s business aviation sector. Being first in the region to maintain IS-BAH accreditation for a full decade reflects Gama Aviation’s long-term approach to safety culture, operational discipline, and client service excellence.

 

Tom Murphy, Managing Director, FBO Services at Gama Aviation, commented: “Achieving Stage 3 IS-BAH for the second time is a reflection of our team’s consistency, professionalism, and unwavering focus on our clients’ needs. Reaching 10 years in the programme – and being the first in the region to do so – is a testament to the strength of our safety culture and our commitment to delivering a first-class experience at Sharjah.”

Khurram Bhatti, SMS & Quality Manager for the Sharjah FBO, added:
“IS-BAH standards are about more than compliance – they are about embedding operational quality and safety into everything we do. This renewal is the result of our team’s dedication, and I am proud to see our efforts recognised on an international level.”

Looking Ahead

As Gama Aviation celebrates this dual achievement, the company remains focused on continuous improvement. With a decade of IS-BAH experience behind it, the Sharjah FBO will continue to invest in people, processes, and facilities to meet the evolving needs of business aviation clients across the region.

For more information on Gama Aviation’s FBO services at Sharjah International Airport, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team or visit our FBO Services page.

 

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