Airlines are pleading to restart domestic flights from Don Mueang airport in September to stem a liquidity crisis.
The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) is holding discussions with low-cost carriers this week to settle travel safety regulations, which CAAT must submit to the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration for approval.
Nok Air chief executive Wutthiphum Jurangkool said airlines are awaiting a decision as their domestic operations have been suspended since July 21 as the country remains under an aviation lockdown.
Airlines were told to prepare for possible service resumption on Sept 1, but they may have to wait until Sept 15.
“The dark red zone restrictions actually affect just Bangkok and Hat Yai, but…
