Akasa Air gets DGCA licence, to start operations by July-end

Akasa Air on Thursday got Air Operator Certificate from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). An ANI input, quoting the aviation watchdog, said the airline can start operations.

The startup carrier, promoted by ace stock market investor Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, will start services in late July.

In a statement, the airline said, “This is a significant milestone, enabling us to open our flights for sale and leading to the start of commercial operations.”

The airline had unveiled the first look of its crew uniform on Monday, adding that it focuses on providing the best possible stretch to ensure their comfort over their busy flight schedules.

It had taken delivery of its first Boeing 737 max aircraft in India on June 21.

Last November, Akasa Air had announced ordering 72 ‘737 Max’ aircraft from Boeing. The order includes two variants from the 737 MAX family — 737-8 and 737-8-200.