Kazakhstan Aims to Dominate Central Asia's Aviation by 2050 with Bold Safety and Sustainability Plans
Kazakhstan is pushing to become Central Asia's leading aviation hub. The country has set ambitious goals for safety, sustainability, and industry growth by 2050. A key figure in this effort is Saltanat Tompiyeva, a veteran of the sector with 27 years of experience in civil aviation.
Tompiyeva began her career in 1998 and now chairs Kazakhstan's Civil Aviation Committee. Earlier this year, she was named a Global Ambassador by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). In this role, she plans to boost aviation careers, create an Atlas of Emerging Professions, and expand training programmes.
Kazakhstan has aligned itself with ICAO's 2026-2050 strategic plan. The targets include zero fatalities, net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, and keeping air travel interconnected and accessible. The country is also finalising its own Civil Aviation Master Plan (CAMP) by 2026 to guide development until mid-century.
The aviation sector currently serves over 4.6 billion passengers a year, with demand expected to double by 2040. To strengthen its position, Kazakhstan must build trust in safety, regulation, and consistent rules. Recent operations highlight its growing role: as of March 13, 66 evacuation flights had repatriated 10,519 passengers from the Middle East. Airlines like Air Astana, FlyDubai, Air Arabia, and SCAT have been operating routes between the region and Kazakh cities.
Efforts to diversify the workforce are also underway. While women hold fewer than 10-15% of technical and engineering roles in Kazakh aviation, new measures aim to change this. Government-backed STEM scholarships, airline partnerships for training, and vocational quotas target 30% female enrolment by 2030.
Kazakhstan's push to become an aviation hub relies on safety, sustainability, and skilled personnel. The country's plans include stricter regulations, expanded training, and long-term industry growth. If successful, these steps could reshape Central Asia's air travel landscape by 2050.
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