DC Aviation Al-Futtaim (DCAF), a prominent provider of business aviation services in the Middle East, has expanded its charter fleet with the addition of a fully managed Airbus ACJ318 Elite+.
Scheduled to enter service by the end of June 2026, the fully refurbished aircraft will be permanently stationed at DCAF’s integrated hangar and VIP lounge facility at Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in Dubai South.
Simultaneously, client demand patterns are shifting. Over the past 12 to 18 months, DCAF has noted a growing preference for larger-cabin aircraft capable of undertaking non-stop intercontinental journeys.
Non-stop connectivity
Perfectly suited to meet this escalating demand, the ACJ318 Elite+ offers non-stop connectivity between Dubai and high-demand destinations, including London and Singapore.
“Whether serving royal family members, heads of state, or large family groups travelling together, this aircraft expands our ability to deliver long-range, non-stop missions with the utmost privacy and flexibility in an environment where our guests can work, dine, or relax in complete comfort,” assured Holger Ostheimer, Managing Director, DCAF.
Pedigree
This aircraft also possesses a distinguished pedigree within the aviation industry. It has previously set multiple global records for the Airbus A318, including the longest flight duration, the longest flight distance, and the most charter hours flown in a single calendar year.
The introduction of the ACJ318 Elite+ further reinforces DCAF’s position as one of the region’s premier business aviation providers, successfully amalgamating German operational excellence with Emirati hospitality to deliver bespoke travel experiences for clients across the Middle East and beyond.
