The President of the Republic of Somaliland, His Excellency Muse Bihi Abdi, has officially launched Somaliland Airline’s new aircraft, which will be used to train local pilots.
The President unveiled the planes, a project developed in collaboration with Serbian experts, and personally piloted the airline’s first flight, which concluded successfully.
President Bihi also laid the foundation stone for the new Aviation Institute under the Somaliland Civil Aviation and Airport Authority, which will focus on aviation science. Additionally, he launched the construction of a new terminal at Egal International Airport. Furthermore, the President inaugurated the newly modernized VIP lounge for dignitaries at the airport.
During the event, key officials, including ministers and experts involved in training future pilots, commended the nation’s progress and the significant role this project will play in the country’s development.
In his remarks, President Muse Bihi Abdi praised the efforts of the aviation authorities in realizing his vision for Somaliland to own and operate its own aircraft.
The President concluded the event by awarding certificates of honor to young Somalilanders who studied aviation abroad, as well as to foreign experts who will train them to fly the new Somaliland Airline aircraft.