The AOC signifies that all regulatory and compliance processes involving procedural checks for the airline’s operations were ready
Full-service carrier Jet Airways in its second avatar recently got its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India. The AOC is the final requirement before an airline can start commercial flights. The AOC signifies that all regulatory and compliance processes involving procedural checks for the airline’s operations were ready.
Jalan Kalrock Consortium, the owners of the airline, have fulfilled all the conditions precedent under their NCLT approved Resolution Plan. The AOC also signifies the comeback of the popular airline with fresh funding, changed ownership, and new management.
It has been reported that Jet Airways has chalked out plans to start commercial operations in the next quarter of this year (July-September 2022). ETTravelWorld pointed out that aircraft and fleet plan, network, product and customer value proposition, loyalty programme and other details would be available in a phased manner over the coming weeks. Also, senior management appointments will be done next week and hiring for operational roles will start, with former Jet Airways staff getting preference wherever possible.
“We are grateful to have received the revalidated AOC, the culmination of months of effort by a fantastic and dedicated team that never wavered in its faith and belief that Jet Airways would fly again, backed by the Jalan-Kalrock Consortium, by the Resolution Professional, and by the committee of creditors who were equally determined to see Jet fly again.”
— Sanjiv Kapoor, CEO, Jet Airways
Murari Lal Jalan, Lead Member of JalanKalrock Consortium, said, “Today marks a new dawn for not just Jet Airways, but also the Indian aviation industry. We are now on the brink of creatinghistory by bringing India’s most-loved airline back to the skies. We will not only live up to the great expectations from brand Jet Airways but also exceed them in many ways for today’s discerning flyers. We are committed to making this an extraordinary success story in Indian aviation and the Indian business. We are grateful to the NCLT, the Ministry of Civil Aviation, and the DGCA for supporting us at every step of our efforts to revive the airline.”
A top airline official was quoted saying that the first services will start in July. The Mumbai-based airline, registered as SNV Aviation, received the mandatory no objection certificate from the Civil Aviation Ministry in October last year. Once the aircraft is inducted, then the airline has to conduct a set of successful proving flights
Sanjiv Kapoor, CEO, Jet Airways, added, “The Joy of Flying was a tagline for Jet Airways in an earlier era. We are delighted to announce that the Joy is coming back! We are grateful to have received the revalidated AOC, the culmination of months of effort by a fantastic and dedicated team that never wavered in its faith and belief that Jet Airways would fly again, backed by the Jalan-Kalrock Consortium, by the Resolution Professional, and by the committee of creditors who were equally determined to see Jet fly again.”
“There is a need for an airline that is simply not a clone of other airlines, but actually offers something that is meaningfully different while offering new ways to attract, delight, and win customers. An airline that understands that doing the right thing by customers, staff, partners, and all stakeholders is the only way to do business. All of us on the re-start team are deeply committedand passionate about building the new Jet Airways into a modern, differentiated, people-focussed airline for the digital age. We will combine the best of what Jet Airways was known for 25 years, with exciting new ideas to set the bar even higher,” Kapoor was quoted saying.
Meanwhile, reports indicate that India’s newest airline, Akasa Air’s launch may be delayed. According to the DGCA, Akasa Air aircraft delivery has been delayed and is expected to come in June or July. However, as far as other procedures are concerned, the airline is on track.
A top airline official was quoted saying that the first services will start in July. The Mumbai-based airline, registered as SNV Aviation, received the mandatory no objection certificate from the Civil Aviation Ministry in October last year. Once the aircraft is inducted, then the airline has to conduct a set of successful proving flights.
“We expect our first aircraft delivery by mid-June 2022. The first aircraft will help us with our operating permit and the proving flights will be held as per regulatory requirements prior to the AOP (Air Operator Permit) receipt,” Akasa Air Founder, Managing Director Vinay Dube said in a statement to PTI.
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