Indian Aviation Regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has granted approval to Go First, formerly known as GoAir, for the resumption of flight operations. This comes after the airline faced a tumultuous period, having been grounded since 2nd May due to bankruptcy filings.
In a recent statement, DGCA outlined the conditions for Go First to restart its scheduled flight operations. According to the regulator, the airline can only commence flights once it secures the necessary funding and obtains approval for its flight schedule. “The sale of tickets shall be commenced only after the flight schedule is approved,” DGCA emphasized, reaffirming its commitment to putting safety and compliance at the forefront of the resumption process.
In addition to the initial approval, DGCA has mandated that Go First must keep the regulator informed of any significant changes in the company’s status that could impact its ability to adhere to the resumption plan. This requirement aims to promote transparency and open communication between the airline and the regulatory authority.
As part of the resumption process, Go First is required to submit a comprehensive flight schedule to DGCA, taking into account all available resources. These include airworthy aircraft, qualified pilots, cabin crew, aircraft maintenance engineers, and flight dispatchers.
To ensure compliance with safety standards, DGCA conducted a special audit of Go First from the 4th to the 6th of July. The audit assessed various safety-related aspects of the airline’s operations and verified its adherence to the requirements needed to hold an air operator certificate. This rigorous evaluation was vital in determining the airline’s readiness to resume operations and safeguard the interests of passengers.
With DGCA’s green light, Go First can now work towards resuming its flight operations and reconnecting with its customer base.
