Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines Joins the International Air Transport Association (IATA)
Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines is pleased to announce its membership in the International
Air Transport Association (IATA), marking a significant milestone in the airline’s continued
growth and integration with the global aviation community.
Drukair’s admission to IATA follows its successful registration under the IATA Operational
Safety Audit (IOSA) programme, an internationally recognised evaluation system that
assesses an airline’s operational management and control systems. IOSA registration is a
mandatory requirement for IATA airline membership and must be maintained by all
member airlines.
This milestone reflects Drukair’s continued commitment to maintaining internationally
recognised operational and safety standards while strengthening its engagement with the
wider global aviation industry.
As the National Flag Carrier of the Kingdom of Bhutan, Drukair plays a vital role in
connecting the Kingdom with regional and international markets. IATA membership will
further enable the airline to participate in global industry initiatives, strengthen
collaboration with airline and travel partners, and benefit from internationally established
standards and practices across the aviation sector.
The achievement also complements Drukair’s broader strategic initiatives to strengthen
global connectivity and distribution through enhanced Global Distribution System (GDS)
accessibility, the adoption of New Distribution Capability (NDC), the expansion of interline
and codeshare partnerships, and continued route network development.
Commenting on the milestone, Mr. Tandi Wangchuk, Chief Executive Officer of Drukair,
said: “Drukair’s membership in IATA marks an important milestone in our journey as
Bhutan’s national airline. Together with our IOSA registration, it reflects our continued
commitment to internationally recognised operational and safety standards and
strengthens our position within the global aviation community.
We look forward to leveraging IATA’s global platform to deepen industry collaboration,
enhance connectivity and continue providing safe, reliable and efficient air travel for our
passengers.”
Drukair has been connecting Bhutan with the world since commencing commercial
operations in 1983. With its entry into IATA, the airline looks forward to further
strengthening its international partnerships and contributing to the continued
development of aviation, tourism, trade and connectivity for the Kingdom of Bhutan.
About Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines
Drukair Corporation Limited, the national flag carrier of Bhutan, was established in 1981.
Operating from its hub at Paro International Airport, Drukair serves 10 international
destinations across South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, including India, Nepal,
Bangladesh, Thailand, Singapore, and the United Arab Emirates. In addition to its
international routes, Drukair services 3 domestic destinations within Bhutan and offers
helicopter services to enhance its range beyond fixed-wing operations.
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