Al Bateen Executive Airport, the dedicated business aviation airport of Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), announced that Wallan Aviation, the exclusive dealer of Cessna Aircraft in the Middle East, will be exhibiting its impressive collection of the Wichita-designed aircraft at Abu Dhabi Air Expo, the region’s first general aviation exhibition.

Commenting on the company’s participation, Saad Al Wallan, Chairman of Wallan Aviation, said: “Abu Dhabi Air Expo is the first exhibition in the Middle East that is geared towards the development of General Aviation and we are proud to be exhibiting our range of Cessna aircraft at the event. We will not only exhibit planes but also discuss the future of aviation in the region with the industry and government representatives.

“We are in a fast paced environment and we all want to participate in the changes needed by the industry. This event is a unique opportunity to discuss and exchange experiences with visitors from around the world, allowing us to better serve our existing and future clients. We look forward to the exhibition and the meetings and conferences that will take place during the show,” said Al Wallan.

Having served the aviation market in the Middle East for over 20 years, Wallan aviation has been awarded the prestigious Certificate of Appreciation by the US Department of Commerce for strengthening American-Saudi ties. The company is the exclusive dealer of Cessna Aircraft in the Middle East and the authorized representative for Bell for Saudi Arabia.

The Abu Dhabi Air Expo will run from 6th – 8th of March 2012, acting as a catalyst to bring pilots together to view the latest in general aviation technology and innovation, with everything available on exhibit from pilot gears and accessories to aircraft for sale.

Yousif Hassan Al Hammadi, Chairman of the Organizing Committee for Abu Dhabi Air Expo and Deputy General Manager, Al Bateen Executive Airport, said: “ADAC is keen to attract leaders in aviation from throughout the GCC and the world, whose attendance will add real value and gravitas to the show. Abu Dhabi Air Expo delegates and visitors will have the opportunity to witness at firsthand the latest developments in the aviation scene, as well as experience the many opportunities that Abu Dhabi has to offer to this dynamic industry from infrastructure, manufacturing, training and services.”