David Peiris Aviation gains approval for Colombo-Jaffna flights

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Handing over of the Aircraft Operator Certificate

David Peiris Aviation Ltd., a newly established domestic airline and a subsidiary of the David Peiris Group, has officially received its Aircraft Operator Certificate (AOC) and operations specifications (Ops-Specs) from the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) to operate scheduled domestic passenger flights after obtaining the Airline Licence.

As part of the certification process, the airline recently conducted a proving flight to demonstrate its operational readiness and capability for launching commercial services on the Colombo-Jaffna route. This flight marked the fourth phase of the AOC certification process as a critical step in assessing an operator’s capability prior to final authorisation.

Following a successful evaluation, CAASL Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and CEO Air Vice Marshal (Retd.) Sagara Kotakadeniya authorised David Peiris Aviation to commence regular schedule flights, Charter Flights, Private Flights, and Aerial Works subjected to full compliance with all applicable aviation safety and security regulations.

The application and inspection process were thoroughly reviewed by CAASL’s Civil Aviation Inspectors, under the guidance of Air Vice Marshal (Retd.) Kotakadeniya and the leadership of CAASL Deputy Director General – Flight Safety Regulations and Acting Director – Air Operations Capt. Daminda Rambukwella. The comprehensive inspection covered flight safety standards, airworthiness of aircraft, organisational structure, qualified personnel as post holders, operational readiness, ground handling and security arrangements, and compliance with documentation requirements.

Inspection carried out by CAA inspectors at the Jaffna airport

The AOC was officially handed over to David Peiris Aviation Accountable Manager Air Vice Marshal (Retd.) O.D.N.L. Perera by Air Vice Marshal (Retd.) Kotakadeniya and Capt. Rambukwella. CAASL Director – Aircraft Registration and Airworthiness Mahilal Dushantha Rathnayake and other senior officials from David Peiris Aviation were also present at this event.

The CAASL said all aviation service providers, including AOC holders, are reminded to uphold the highest standards of air safety and security and operate strictly within the approved regulatory framework to achieve sustainable development in civil aviation.

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