Allocation of LYD 11 Million from Miscellaneous Budget for Air Ambulance Aircraft

The Council of Ministers allocated LYD 11 million to the Air Ambulance Services Agency for engine replacement and complete overhaul of aircraft 5A-DRK. The funds are drawn from the miscellaneous items budget line under the 2022 government expenditure framework. The decision took immediate effect upon issuance on August 28, 2022.

This decision has no direct implications for foreign investors or companies unless they operate in aviation maintenance, aircraft parts supply, or specialized medical aviation services. The allocation signals continued use of the miscellaneous budget line for urgent, unplanned expenditures, which may indicate either flexibility or inadequate budget planning. For aviation service providers, this confirms Libya's need for external expertise in aircraft maintenance, as domestic air ambulance capabilities require expensive foreign-sourced parts and overhaul services.