Abu Dhabi Aviation
Airlines and AviationAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates1001-5000 Employees
Abu Dhabi Aviation (ADA) is an aviation services provider based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, serving both military and civilian clients with a focus on rotary- and fixed-wing aircraft. The company provides maintenance, repair, and overhaul for helicopters and fixed-wing platforms, along with engine and component maintenance, and broad services including air cargo, luxury travel, helicopter leasing, and advanced simulator and technical training. Its activities cover offshore oil support, aerial construction, medical evacuation, and search-and-rescue missions, illustrating a diversified aviation portfolio. ADA holds certifications from major original equipment manufacturers such as Leonardo, Honeywell, Bell, Boeing, and Airbus, and maintains approvals from the GCAA, FAA, and EASA. It is part of the Abu Dhabi Aviation Group, alongside entities such as AMMROC, GAL, ADATC, Maximus, Royal Jet, AWAS, Adaire, and Etihad Engineering, and is located next to Terminal 2 of Abu Dhabi International Airport, employing thousands of people. In February 2026, the General Civil Aviation Authority signed a memorandum of understanding with Abu Dhabi Aviation Group to cooperate on practical maintenance experience programmes.