The approval by the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) of the implementation of Phase Two by Qatar for the management of the Doha Flight Information Region/Upper Information Region (FIR/UIR) and the Search and Rescue Region (SRR) following the successful implementation of Phase One reflects Qatar’s commitment and rising role in global aviation sector. Phase Two, which covers the management of air traffic over international waters, is a critical step toward fully realizing the benefits of airspace modernization. The implementation of Phase Two applies to vertical limits extending from sea level to an unlimited altitude. By standardizing altitude limits, Phase Two will enhance safety, protect the environment, and improve operational efficiency, benefiting both national and regional interests. This phase also brings numerous operational and environmental advantages, including reduced fuel consumption and emissions, increased capacity, and greater flexibility. Meanwhile, at the ICAO Facilitation Conference (FALC 2025), which is being hosted by Qatar, President of the Council of the ICAO Salvatore Sciacchitano has hailed Qatar’s unwavering commitment to developing air transport facilitation. He commended the Gulf state’s active role as a key partner in the future of the civil aviation industry. ICAO FALC 2025 is being attended by more than 120 ministers and aviation authority chiefs from around the world and numerous high-profile officials, experts and leaders representing civil aviation industry in 190 countries. It encourages dialogue on improving cooperation and operational efficiency in global air travel, while fostering collaboration among participants to develop a comprehensive global facilitation strategy that can adapt to the sector’s rapid evolution. The ICAO Facilitation Conference is distinguished by its High-Level Ministerial Segment, which sets the strategic tone for the event and reaffirms global commitment to strengthening air transport facilitation. Qatar has also signed an administrative services agreement with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The signing took place on the sidelines of the ICAO Facilitation Conference (FALC 2025). This agreement embodies ICAO’s unwavering commitment to enhancing international cooperation and driving sustainable growth in the aviation sector worldwide. It also reflects the State of Qatar’s commitment to keeping pace with the rapid transformations in the aviation sector and strengthening its position as a key player in shaping the future of the air transport industry.
