For the first time, the country is participating with a stand at NBAA 2025, the leading executive private aviation trade show in the United States.

Las Vegas, USA—The Dominican Republic continues to take important steps toward becoming the leading hub for executive private aviation, which encompasses high-net-worth tourism.

This was announced by the executive director of the Airport Department (DA), Víctor Pichardo, at the Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA) 2025, where the country is participating with a stand for the first time.

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Pichardo also indicated that this has been possible thanks to the support that President Luis Abinader’s administration has given to the sector, implementing the necessary measures through the creation of the Protocol for Non-Commercial Private Aviation, established by decree.

“In these five years of government, today we can assure you that we are on the right path to achieving our goal of becoming a hub for executive private aviation, attracting more and more aircraft in this sector, which brings significant economic benefits to our tourism industry,” Pichardo stated.

Dominican-based companies, such as Grupo Punta Cana, Panorama Jets, and Universal Aviation RD, also participated in the fair, showcasing the services they offer in the country.

The Protocol for Non-Commercial Private Aviation is an instrument that establishes the procedure for the reception and departure of private aircraft in the Dominican Republic, with the aim of facilitating this sector.

In this regard, the president of Universal Aviation International, Greg Evans, praised the country’s growth in this area and congratulated the authorities for demonstrating their merits by participating in these types of events.

The Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA) is the largest annual business aviation convention and exhibition in the United States, bringing together approximately 1,100 aviation companies and more than 27,000 visitors each year.