SalamAir posts improved on-time performance in Q2 2026

Dhaka: Oman's low-cost carrier SalamAir recorded an on-time performance (OTP) of 80.01 percent in the second quarter of 2026, reflecting a 15.01-percentage-point improvement from the previous quarter as the airline continued expanding its fleet and route network.

Between April and June, SalamAir operated 5,723 flights and carried 634,415 passengers across its domestic and international destinations. OTP, an internationally recognized aviation performance indicator, measures the percentage of flights departing within 15 minutes of their scheduled departure time.

On the development, SalamAir Chief Executive Officer Adrian Hamilton-Manns said, the improved punctuality was achieved despite operational challenges caused by regional geopolitical developments that affected airspace availability and flight operations. He attributed the results to the efforts of the airline's operational teams and reaffirmed the carrier's focus on providing reliable and affordable air travel.

During the quarter, SalamAir inducted its 16^th and 17^th Airbus A320 aircraft, launched direct flights to Vienna, resumed services to Almaty and completed preparations for the start of flights to Medan. The airline is also scheduled to receive its 18th aircraft in mid-July.

SalamAir said, it will continue investing in its fleet, technology, and operational capabilities to enhance service reliability while supporting Oman's Vision 2040.