Dubai Aerospace Enterprise

Premier Middle East Aviation Services Enterprise for Global Aircraft Solutions

Core Services & Expertise

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) represents one of the Middle East’s most significant aviation services companies, operating as a comprehensive aviation platform encompassing both aircraft leasing and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations. Headquartered in Dubai’s International Financial Centre, DAE strengthens Dubai’s position as a global aviation and finance hub while serving over 160 customers across 70+ countries worldwide.

Under the leadership of HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, with Managing Director Khalifa H. AlDaboos and Chief Executive Officer Firoz Tarapore, DAE combines strategic vision with operational excellence across its two primary divisions: DAE Capital (award-winning aircraft leasing operations) and DAE Engineering (operating through Joramco, a leading Middle East MRO provider with over 50 years of experience).

DAE’s comprehensive aviation services platform, three decades of leasing expertise, and established MRO capabilities position them uniquely to provide end-to-end solutions for airlines’ fleet management requirements, from aircraft acquisition and financing through operational maintenance and lifecycle support.

Geographic Reach & Capabilities

Operating from Dubai headquarters at DIFC ICD Brookfield Place with engineering operations based at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman, Jordan, DAE maintains strategic positioning serving customers throughout the Middle East, Europe, South Asia, Africa, and CIS countries. This geographic footprint enables comprehensive coverage of rapidly growing aviation markets throughout the Eastern Hemisphere.

DAE Capital’s owned, managed, and committed fleet of approximately 750 aircraft valued at US$23 billion demonstrates massive operational scale positioning them among global aviation leasing leaders. This fleet size enables comprehensive solutions for airlines ranging from single aircraft requirements to complete fleet transformation programs.

Joramco’s state-of-the-art facility at Queen Alia International Airport provides maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for Airbus, Boeing, and Embraer fleets, offering airlines comprehensive technical support capabilities essential for operational reliability. The facility’s strategic Middle East location provides optimal geographic positioning for airlines operating throughout Asia, Europe, and Africa.

Industry Credentials & Partnerships

DAE Capital’s award-winning status and three decades of leasing experience demonstrate established credibility within global aviation finance markets. Their strong capital base and full-service platform enable customized financing solutions addressing diverse airline requirements from established carriers to emerging market operators.

Joramco’s 50+ years of MRO experience establishes them as the Middle East region’s most established airframe maintenance provider, with comprehensive capabilities serving 70 countries. Their facility’s certification for Airbus, Boeing, and Embraer maintenance ensures broad aircraft type coverage essential for diversified airline customer bases.

The company’s distinguished Board of Directors, comprised of the Middle East’s most successful business leaders, provides strategic governance and industry connections essential for navigating complex regional aviation markets and accessing capital for continued growth.

Client Benefits & Advantages

Comprehensive Aviation Solutions:

• Aircraft leasing solutions for fleet acquisition and financing requirements
• Operating lease structures providing fleet flexibility for capacity management
• Sale-leaseback transactions enabling airlines to monetize owned aircraft
• Aircraft management services for institutional aviation investors
• Comprehensive MRO services for Airbus, Boeing, and Embraer fleets
• Airframe maintenance, repair, and overhaul at Queen Alia International Airport facility
• Strategic Middle East positioning optimizing logistics for regional airlines
• Integrated leasing and maintenance solutions for complete fleet lifecycle support

DAE’s combination of leasing scale and MRO capabilities makes them particularly valuable for airlines requiring comprehensive aviation services partnerships. Their ability to provide both aircraft financing and technical support enables one-stop solutions reducing complexity for airline fleet management teams.

The company’s Graduate Programme demonstrates commitment to developing future aviation professionals, offering career opportunities across both leasing and engineering divisions with international exposure. This talent development investment ensures continuity of their sophisticated service capabilities essential for maintaining competitive advantage.

Quick Facts:

• Leadership: HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum
• Fleet: ~750 aircraft, US$23 billion fleet value
• Customers: 160+ customers across 70+ countries
• Divisions: DAE Capital (leasing), DAE Engineering/Joramco (MRO)
• Experience: 30 years leasing, 50+ years MRO operations
• Locations: Dubai headquarters, Amman engineering facility

For airlines requiring comprehensive aviation services combining flexible leasing solutions with reliable MRO support, aviation professionals seeking Middle East-based career opportunities, and investors accessing Gulf region aviation markets, Dubai Aerospace Enterprise provides the operational scale, regional expertise, and integrated capabilities essential for success in dynamic global aviation markets.

Contact Details:

Phone: +971 4 428 9600
Email: dxb@dubaiaerospace.com
Address: DIFC ICD Brookfield Place, Level 20, PO Box 506592, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Website: https://dubaiaerospace.com/

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