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Regulatory & Documentation
FOC Documents: Preparation and submission of documents required from the GSA to GACA to obtain the necessary technical approvals for transport aircraft.
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Commercial Agreements
Fee Agreements: Negotiating fee agreements with Saudi Airlines.
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Administrative & Immigration
Administrative Services: Managing administrative procedures with Saudi authorities to obtain residence permits, work visas, driving licenses, vehicle registration, and documentation.
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Operations Support
Standby Hotels: Establishing agreements with hotels to accommodate passengers in case of delays.
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Local Presence
Local Crew: Supervision by qualified bilingual crew, with accommodation provided.
THE FULL SCOPE
Every operationaldetail.
As a GACA-licensed local agent and General Sales Agent, Under Wings represents international carriers across every operational and regulatory dimension of entering the Saudi market — from securing flight slots to managing ground handling, staff logistics, and local sales.
01 / CAPABILITY
Regulatory & Documentation
- FOC Documents
- Preparation and submission of documents required from the GSA to GACA to obtain the necessary technical approvals for transport aircraft.
- Flight Slots
- Securing the required flight slots from GACA for Hajj, Umrah, and regular flights.
- AOSP
- Obtaining approval for the Aircraft Operator Security Program and the necessary documents from GACA.
- Legal Compliance
- Ensuring the carrier's full compliance with local laws in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
- Legal Advice
- Providing advice and assistance on legal and regulatory issues in Saudi Arabia in accordance with the GSA Agreement.
02 / CAPABILITY
Commercial Agreements
- Fee Agreements
- Negotiating fee agreements with Saudi Airlines.
- Ground Handling Agreements
- Negotiating favorable payment terms with Saudi airports, and port project management for ground handling.
03 / CAPABILITY
Administrative & Immigration
- Administrative Services
- Managing administrative procedures with Saudi authorities to obtain residence permits, work visas, driving licenses, vehicle registration, and documentation.
- Administrative Procedures
- Facilitating administrative procedures and approvals with GACA, Saudi Airlines, and other government entities.
- Temporary Visas
- Organizing temporary visas for Hajj and Umrah operations to suit the carrier's needs.
- Secure Access
- Securing access permits for the carrier's employees in the airport.
- Staff Accommodation
- Negotiating accommodation and transportation for employees along with all necessary permits.
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Operations Support
- Standby Hotels
- Establishing agreements with hotels to accommodate passengers in case of delays.
- Maintenance
- Negotiating technical support as needed in Jeddah and Medina.
- Guidance Equipment
- Assisting in the installation of guidance equipment.
- Catering
- Providing catering services with fixed menus and prices.
- Baggage Check-in in Medina
- Comprehensive management of baggage and coordination with authorities.
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Local Presence
- Local Crew
- Supervision by qualified bilingual crew, with accommodation provided.
- Sales and Promotion
- Selling tickets and actively promoting the airline.
GOOD TO KNOW
GSA Representation — Frequently Asked Questions
What is a General Sales Agent (GSA)?
A General Sales Agent (GSA) is a company appointed by an airline to represent its commercial and operational interests in a market where the airline does not maintain its own local office. A GSA typically handles ticket sales, regulatory approvals, ground handling coordination, and local administrative matters on the airline's behalf.
What does Under Wings do as a GSA in Saudi Arabia?
As a GACA-licensed local agent and General Sales Agent, Under Wings represents international carriers across every operational and regulatory dimension of entering the Saudi market — securing flight slots, managing ground handling agreements, coordinating staff logistics, and handling local sales.
What obligations does Under Wings handle for airline partners?
Under Wings' GSA obligations span five areas: regulatory and documentation (FOC documents, flight slots, AOSP, legal compliance), commercial agreements (fee and ground handling agreements), administrative and immigration support (visas, staff residence, airport access), operations support (standby hotels, maintenance, catering, baggage handling), and local presence (bilingual crew, sales and promotion).
How can an airline become a GSA partner with Under Wings?
Airlines can reach out through the Under Wings contact page and select "GSA Partnership" as the inquiry type. The team will follow up to discuss the carrier's specific requirements.
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