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Bahrain's national carrier connecting the world.
Founded
1950
Headquarters
Muharraq, Bahrain
Gulf Air is the national airline of the Kingdom of Bahrain and one of the oldest commercial airlines in the Middle East. Founded in 1950, it has played a pivotal role in connecting Bahrain to destinations across Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Arab world.
The airline is wholly owned by the Bahraini government and operates out of Bahrain International Airport as its primary hub. Over the decades, Gulf Air has undergone several restructuring efforts to modernize its fleet and improve operational efficiency.
Gulf Air has historically served as a shared flag carrier for several Gulf states before each established their own national airlines. Today it focuses on its core network, offering both economy and business class services with a reputation for Arabian hospitality.
Hubs & network
Gulf Air operates primarily through Bahrain International Airport (BAH) as its main hub.
Fleet
Gulf Air operates a fleet consisting primarily of Airbus A320 family aircraft and Boeing 787 Dreamliners for long-haul routes.
Notable facts
- ›Gulf Air was founded in 1950 as Gulf Aviation Company, making it one of the oldest airlines in the Middle East.
- ›It formerly served as the shared national carrier for Bahrain, UAE, Qatar, and Oman before each country launched its own airline.
- ›The airline is 100% owned by the Government of the Kingdom of Bahrain.
- ›Gulf Air was one of the early operators of the Concorde on a commercial basis in the 1980s.
- ›The airline has rebranded and restructured multiple times, including a significant modernization drive beginning around 2018.
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