The government is preparing to be re-evaluated by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) in September following its official submission of a request to lift the aviation red flag against the country. "Everything has substantially improved following ICAO standards and is ready for the inspection," she said. The international aviation watchdog red-flagged Thailand in June 2015, citing "significant safety concerns" over Thailand's air safety following its audit of the now-dissolved Department of Civil Aviation's performance. After this, it is expected the ICAO will conduct a red-flag re-evaluation for the Thailand aviation system in September. Transport Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith said progress made in issuing AOC re-certifications by the CAAT would have implications for the bid to remove the ICAO's red flag.

Source: Bangkok Post July 06, 2017 21:33 UTC