Controversy Erupts as Regulator Reinstates Solar Airlines Despite Safety and Fleet Concerns
Summary
The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal has controversially reinstated Solar Airlines' commercial flight permission despite safety concerns and a fleet requirement violation following a fatal crash.
Key Points
- The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) reinstated Solar Airlines' Air Operator Certificate after an accident investigation.
- Solar Airlines currently operates with only one serviceable aircraft, violating the regulation requiring a minimum of three for commercial flights.
- Concerns were raised about the airline's financial instability and potential safety compromises.
- A writ petition demanding a high-level judicial investigation has been filed following a fatal crash that killed 18 people.
