NokScoot (Bangkok Don Mueang) says it secured its Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC) from the Thai Department of Civil Aviation (DCA) on October 30, 2014. Together with its Air Transport Service License, secured from the Thai Ministry of Transport earlier this year, the start-up will now begin applying for operating permits and slots for its intended international routes. It is believed Tokyo Narita will be among the carrier's maiden destinations.
“We will promptly submit an application to the Japanese Civil Aviation Bureau for a Foreign Air Carrier Permit. As you know, traffic between Japan and Thailand has been growing continuously year on year, and as such we aim to bring the low cost carrier market new value, choice, and customised travel experience. We hope to launch our service to serve the demand of passengers as soon as possible,” Piya Yodmani, NokScoot’s Chief Executive Officer, said.
NokScoot is a joint venture between Nok Air (DD, Bangkok Don Mueang) and Scoot (TR, Singapore Changi), Singapore Airlines' longhaul budget subsidiary. Based out of Bangkok Don Mueang, NokScoot will offer medium to long haul flights using a fleet of B777-200(ER) aircraft.
