Kazakhstan is moving closer to launching direct flights to the United States, with the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) beginning a technical review of the country’s aviation safety oversight. The review, which commenced on August 26 and will run through August 30, is part of the FAA's International Aviation Safety Assessment (IASA) program.
During the review, FAA auditors will assess the effectiveness of Kazakhstan’s civil aviation authorities in maintaining flight safety. This comprehensive evaluation will include an analysis of the complexity of Kazakhstan's aviation industry and its safety oversight systems. The review also involves a technical inspection of Air Astana, the country’s national airline.
Kazakhstan is expected to receive its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft in 2025. The commencement of direct flights to the United States will be contingent on the successful completion of the FAA’s safety audit and the acquisition of these long-haul aircraft. The FAA’s findings will inform any necessary improvements to align Kazakhstan's aviation standards with international requirements, paving the way for the initiation of direct flights by late 2025.
Earlier, Daryo reported that Kazakhstan’s civil aviation sector recorded a 15% rise in passenger traffic in 1H24, reaching 6.8 mn passengers. Domestic airports handled 11.3 mn passengers, a 21.5% increase from the same period last year.
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