Jettwings Airways today said it has received the No Objection Certificate, or NOC, to operate Scheduled Commuter Air Transport Services in India under the government’s regional connectivity scheme.
The airline, with its base in Guwahati, plans to offer regional connectivity to passengers under the UDAN Scheme to a number of destinations in the Northeast and eastern regions initially.
After obtaining all necessary regulatory approvals and an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Jettwings Airways plans to introduce a fleet of modern aircraft, including turbofan and turbo-propelled ones, to offer premium economy services for regional travel.
Once granted approval for flight operations, Jettwings Airways will become the first airline from the Northeast region to operate in the country.
“Once we are granted the AOC, we strongly believe and commit to becoming a reliable and sustainable airline with its roots deeply entrenched in North East India, connecting unique yet important destinations,” said Sanjay Aditya Singh, Co-Founder and CEO, Jettwings Airlines.
Jettwings Airways said it acknowledges the demand for reliable, quick and high-quality service in regional connectivity. To meet this expectation, the airline has assembled a team of experienced aviation professionals. Additionally, Jettwings Airways plans to introduce a loyalty program to reward frequent flyers.
Sanjive Narain, Chairman of Jettwings Airways, said the government’s efforts to improve regional connectivity has significantly ramped up trade for particular regions, while fostering economic growth and enhancing the tourism sector.
“We believe that under the UDAN Scheme, we have a unique opportunity to make significant impact on the Northeast region by improving connectivity and creating new economic opportunities,” he said.
This come close on the heels of Fly91 also ramping up their process to hit the Indian skies by this winter. Fly91 is a regional carrier and it seeks to enhance air connectivity from tier 2 and tier 3 towns across India. Earlier this year, Fly91 had received the No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Ministry of Civil Aviation and it is now working to get an Air Operator’s Permit (AOP) from the DGCA.
India is aiming to become the leading aviation market globally by the turn of the decade, while at the same time it has seen certain airlines hit the air pocket.
Wadia group-owned Go First has filed for insolvency resolution and the aircraft are parked idle at airports now, while lessors are pushing hard to take them away. The fall of Go First marks the first major airline collapse in India since Jet Airways filed for bankruptcy in 2019. Earlier, state-run Air India had ran into trouble with a massive debt pile and increasing losses, forcing the government to sell it off to the Tata group.
Jettwings Airways today said, despite the highly competitive aviation market, the company is confident in its ability to carve out a niche by offering a unique and innovative travel experience.
The airline is now in the final stages of readiness and formalities with the DGCA, working towards securing the AOC to commence scheduled commuter airline operations.
