Muscat International Airport celebrates 50th Anniversary

Muscat: Muscat International Airport (formerly Seeb Airport), marked its 50th anniversary on Saturday 23 December the opening of  International Airport stands out as a fundamental pillar in the blessed renaissance journey of the Sultanate of Oman, which was led by His Majesty the late Sultan

The translation of the letter written by Late HM Sultan Qaboos – that he wrote with his generous hand on the opening day of Seeb International Airport, as follows: “In the name of Allah, the most Gracious, the Most Merciful. There is no doubt that our opening of Seeb International Airport on this day is a significant step in the history of the modern renaissance of Oman. What we have witnessed, experienced, and heard about this airport makes us representatives of pride and honor for our country and its people. We would like to express our gratitude to those managing and working at this airport, and to those who contributed to its construction. We pray to the Almighty to grant us success in serving our beloved nation. Peace. 27th Dhu al-Qa’dah 1393 H, corresponding to December 1973 A, Sunday.”

Since then, Muscat International Airport has continued to be one of the most prominent symbols of success, as it has become the Sultanate of Oman’s gateway to the world. In this regard, according to a survey conducted by Air Help for the year 2023, Muscat International Airport won the title of the best airport in the world, confirming its distinction in the field of services and quality among the world’s airports.

Through the new expansions and the airport’s move to its new building, which opened on March 20, 2018, its capacity has increased to 20 million passengers annually, which reflects the great ambition to enhance its role as a transport and logistics hub and in line with Oman’s 2040 vision and its future.

In Celebrating the 50th anniversary (golden jubilee) of the opening of Muscat International Airport (formerly Seeb International Airport), Oman Post introduced a limited edition Postcard commemorating this occasion. The Postcard depicts the image of HM Late Sultan Qaboos bin Said on one side, and on the other side is a hand written message by HM on the occasion of the airport’s opening.

The airport represented one of the Renaissance milestones, as the gateway of the Sultanate to the world. It also contributes to the growth of the logistics sector and various other sectors in the Sultanate.

The postcard is available for purchase from Oman post Stamps & Collectibles shop at the Opera Galleria.

It is worth noting that the name of the airport was changed from Seeb International Airport to Muscat International Airport on February 1, 2008. Thus, the airport is a witness to the achievements of the blessed renaissance in the Sultanate of Oman, contributes prominently to the growth of various sectors, and consolidates the position of the Sultanate of Oman on the world map.