Go First, the troubled airline currently undergoing insolvency proceedings, has extended the cancellation of flights until May 28, 2023, due to operational reasons. The airline, owned by the Wadia group, filed for involuntary insolvency on May 2 and has been requested by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to submit a comprehensive plan for resuming operations.
The DGCA has also instructed Go First to refund affected passengers and temporarily halt ticket sales. The airline has responded to the DGCA’s notice and is working on a plan to resume flights, awaiting approval after an upcoming audit to assess their readiness. The government has expressed support for the airline’s revival and assured staff that April salaries will be paid before operations resume.
The crisis-hit airline Go First has been asked by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to submit a detailed plan for the revival of its operations, as reported by PTI. The DGCA has advised the airline to submit a restructuring plan within 30 days, which should include information on aircraft availability, pilots and personnel, maintenance arrangements, and funding. After receiving the plan, the DGCA will review it and take the necessary steps accordingly.
Go First informed its staff that the DGCA will conduct an audit to assess their readiness, and once approved, the airline will resume operations. The communication stated, “The DGCA will be conducting an audit to evaluate our preparedness in the upcoming days. Once approved by the regulator, we will soon commence operations.”