Transport Minister Arkhom TermpittiyapaisithThe re-issuance yesterday of air operator's certificates (AOCs) to two more Thai-registered airlines indicates that nearly all of Thailand's carriers meet stringent global standards, observers say. Yet, these eight airlines carry 97% of all passengers being transported by overall Thai-registered airlines. Aside from Thai Lion Air and THAI Smile, those which were granted new AOCs are Bangkok Airways, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways International, Thai AirAsia X, NokScoot and Nok Air. By Aug 31, the CAAT expects that all the re-certified airlines will altogether represent 98% of all carried passenger volumes. Removing the ICAO's red-flag will clear constraints restricting Thai-registered airlines from operating internationally, especially in countries which strictly abide by ICAO rules.

Source: Bangkok Post July 20, 2017 23:48 UTC