Discussions have been held between Sri Lanka and Kuwait-based carrier Jazeera Airways on commencing operations to the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA).
The discussion was held between the Vice President of Ground Operations of Kuwait-based carrier Jazeera Airways, Mr. Naser F. Al-Obaid, and the Director-General of Civil Aviation & Chief Executive Officer (DGCA & CEO) Capt. Themiya Abeywickrama at the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka.
Naser F. Al-Obaid had made a courtesy call on Capt. Themiya Abeywickrama on 08th February 2022.
According to the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka, the discussions revolved around the Airline’s new business opportunities and both officials had positively welcomed their proposals.
Capt. Themiya Abeywickrama had also suggested Jazeera commence operations to Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) which is gazetted for all Nine Traffic Freedoms and is capable of servicing the largest aircraft in the world.
He had also offered for the airline to start Hub Operations from MRIA to other regional destinations.
The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka said the representatives were very keen on the suggestions and agreed to look into them favorably.
Mr. Rethah Al Mousawi, Assistant Vice President of Jazeera Airways, Mr. Ishara Gunawardana, Manager (Air Services & Traffic Rights), and Mr. Chaminda Silva, Local Representatives of Jazeera Airways were also present at the meeting. (NewsWire)