The Department of Civil Aviation is actively involved in the development of the airport. Its main aim is not only to promote Sharjah International Airport but it also plays a very essential role in the prosperity of the Emirate, by formulating plans to increase traffic and cargo activities.

The Department of Civil Aviation is responsible for policy making, processing requests for traffic rights, offering licenses to Travel Agents, ensuring the implementation of ICAO recommendations, maintaining standards at all levels and representing the Sharjah Government within the umbrella of the UAE federation on bilateral issues. The DCA also regularly attends conferences & seminars around the world, usually in conjunction with Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry & the Tourism Authority.

Director Abdulwahab M.Al Roomi stresses: "While the airport is extremely cost-effective with a reasonable pricing policy, we always look at providing a top quality service for all users of Sharjah International Airport, including airlines, tour operators and passengers".

The reputation of the airport has been enhanced with the opening of Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF) in September 1995. Sharjah open sky policy has resulted in air connections to virtually every capital city in the world.

Innumerable developments have taken place in the airport: "Our commitment to the growth of the airport has been whole-hearted and can be seen in the investment we have made towards the development of our infrastructure and facilities", says Mr. Al Roomi.