Saudi Air Navigation Services (SANS)
Organisation Overview
Saudi Air Navigation Services (SANS) proudly stands as the exclusive air navigation service provider in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Entrusted with the role of providing safe, efficient, and reliable air navigation services spanning across 2 million kilometers of airspace and handling over 900,000 air traffic movements.
SANS underwent corporatisation in 2016, paving the way for its journey into a trusted organisation providing a wide range of services to support the aviation sector. Our most significant asset is our team, a workforce of more than 1,800 dedicated professionals. From air traffic controllers to administrative staff, each member plays an integral role in managing the skies above Saudi Arabia.
Evolving to a Better Future
To align with the government’s future vision, as well as the strategic plan of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), which aims to elevate the aviation industry in the kingdom, SANS unveiled its updated future strategy in 2022 with a vision to become a globally best-in-class ANSP.
SANS Vision
To be a globally best-in-class air traffic services, solutions, and innovative technologies provider.
SANS Mission
Providing outstanding air navigation services at a global level across mandated and commercial business, enabled by its recognised leadership in safety, efficiency, and technology innovation.
| Number of Towers Operated | 18 |
| Number of Area Control Centres | 2 |
| Number of Approaches | 10 |
| Number of Employees | 1,800 |
| Number of ATCOs | 673 |
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X (formerly Twitter): @SANS_KSA
LinkedIn: Saudi Air Navigation Services
Member Information
Membership Type: European Regional Office Membership
Chief Executive Officer: Engineer. Abdulaziz Bin Salem Al-Zaid
Country: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Telephone number: +966 12 671 7717
Fax number: +966 12 671 9041
E-mail: info@sans.com.sa
Head office:
7807 Bani Malik street, An Naseem District, Jeddah 23234-7807 Saudi Arabia
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