The President of Kuwait’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Sheikh Humoud Mubarak Al-Sabah, announced on Thursday the gradual resumption of operations for Arab and foreign airlines at Kuwait International Airport starting June 1, following the completion of repair and development works at operational facilities and the enhancement of airport systems and infrastructure readiness.

In a statement to Kuwait News Agency, Sheikh Humoud expressed his deep gratitude to Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, and Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah for their unlimited support for the civil aviation sector and the DGCA’s vision to modernize Kuwait’s air transport infrastructure.

He also referred to the recent visit by the Prime Minister to Kuwait International Airport to inspect progress on works at Terminal 1 (T1), accompanied by Defense Minister Sheikh Abdullah Ali Al-Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah and DGCA officials.

Sheikh Humoud praised the directives issued by the Prime Minister during a presentation outlining the repair, development, and modernization operations carried out by the DGCA following what he described as the “Iranian attacks” on Kuwait Airport. The presentation also reviewed the proposed plan for the return of foreign airline operations through the terminal, as well as this year’s Hajj flight arrangements.

He said the resumption of operations would take place gradually under an operational plan that takes into account technical and operational readiness to ensure smooth air traffic flow and passenger safety. He stressed that the DGCA would continue evaluating each phase of operations in line with approved plans until the airport reaches full operational capacity.

Sheikh Humoud added that the DGCA is keen to complete all necessary works at Terminal 1 to provide passengers with an upgraded travel experience that meets the highest standards of security, safety, and operational efficiency.

He also thanked all government entities operating at Kuwait International Airport, including the Ministry of Interior and the General Administration of Customs, while praising DGCA employees for their efforts during the exceptional circumstances.