Dominican Republic advances as Caribbean hub for executive private aviation

Las Vegas, Nevada.- The Dominican Republic is strengthening its position as a leading destination for executive private aviation—a sector closely linked to high-end tourism. This announcement was made by Víctor Pichardo, executive director of the Airport Department (DA), during the 2025 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA), where the country is participating with its own stand for the first time.

Pichardo emphasized that this progress reflects the government’s commitment, under President Luis Abinader, to developing the private aviation industry through the establishment of the Protocol for Non-Commercial Private Aviation, enacted by presidential decree. This framework simplifies procedures for the arrival and departure of private aircraft, facilitating greater investment and operational efficiency. “In these five years of government, we can confirm that we are on the right path to becoming a regional hub for executive private aviation,” Pichardo stated, highlighting the sector’s growing contribution to tourism and the national economy.

Dominican companies such as Grupo Puntacana, Panorama Jets, and Universal Aviation RD also represented the country at the event, showcasing their aviation services and infrastructure. The NBAA convention, held annually in the United States, is the world’s largest business aviation gathering, attracting more than 1,100 companies and 27,000 participants each year.