Ras Al Khaimah International Airport to launch new VVIP terminal and jet hangar
New facility to offer lounges, helipad, premium hospitality, and extensive aircraft parking
DUBAI – The Ras Al Khaimah International Airport is set to develop a state-of-the-art VVIP terminal and private jet hangar in partnership with Falcon Executive Aviation, part of Alex Group Investment.
The announcement was made during the Dubai Airshow, reflecting the emirate’s growing ambition as a global tourism and entertainment hub. The development aims to provide a premium gateway for high-profile travellers visiting the Northern Emirates, including the upcoming $3.9-billion Wynn Al Marjan Island resort.
The new facility will include a 1,500-square-metre terminal, an 8,000-square-metre multi-purpose hangar, and 9,000 square metres of apron and aircraft parking space. Its location, just 15 minutes from RAK’s main beach resorts, positions it as a convenient entry point for luxury tourism and private aviation.
Luxury facilities
The VVIP terminal will feature a Royal lounge, four VVIP lounges, and premium hospitality areas designed for discreet, high-profile travellers. Airside facilities will include a helipad, ample aircraft parking, and allocated space for emerging vertical mobility solutions. The hangar complex will accommodate a range of private jets, including ultra-long-range aircraft, while offering maintenance and operational services in line with international aviation standards.
Sheikh Salem bin Sultan bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Chairman of Ras Al Khaimah’s Department of Civil Aviation and RAK International Airport, said the development significantly strengthens the emirate’s aviation infrastructure. It will enhance its capacity to attract high-value visitors, investors, and partners, while supporting sustainable tourism growth.
Private aviation
Sultan Rashit Abdulla Rashit Al Shene, Founder and Chairman of Alex Group Investment, stated that the expansion aligns with the group’s strategy to enhance private aviation across the UAE. He highlighted that the facility complements their existing operations at Dubai Al Maktoum’s VIP terminal, combining luxury, operational efficiency, and sustainable design.
The terminal will offer the Falcon Signature Experience, emphasising privacy, efficiency, and personalised services. The hangar will be fully equipped to handle a broad spectrum of private aircraft operations, providing long-term support for Ras Al Khaimah’s growing aviation sector.
Focus on sustainability
Sustainability is central to the project, with the terminal and hangars designed to achieve LEED Gold certification. The development will offset 35 percent of energy consumption via solar power, employ fully electric ground support equipment, and support sustainable aviation fuel usage, contributing to net-zero operational emissions.
Construction is expected to take 15 months, with the new VVIP terminal and hangar scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2027. The project represents a major investment in the emirate’s economic diversification, tourism appeal, and global profile.