Azman Air to resume local operations after aircraft maintenance

Azman Air has announced that it anticipates resuming full flight operations very soon, denying media reports of an indefinite suspension of operations. 

This was disclosed in a statement signed by Hadi Abdulmunafi, Accountable Manager at Azman Air Services Limited, on August 24, 2024. 

Azman Air issued the clarification following reports from media outlets claiming the indefinite suspension of the airline’s operations. 

Daily Trust previously reported that the airline had suspended operations in March 2023, stating that all four of its airplanes were undergoing maintenance abroad. 

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By August 3, 2023, the airline had placed its staff on “leave without pay.” 

Azman Air later commenced operations in 2024 but several media reported in August this year that it had suspended operations again.  

Azman Air commenced scheduled operations in 2014 with two Boeing 737 aircraft, which grew to seven at its peak but later decreased to just four. 

According to Abdulmunafi, it is inaccurate for media reports to state that the airline has indefinitely suspended operations. 

“We are currently finalising the maintenance of two of our aircraft, and we anticipate resuming our full flight operations very soon. 

“The temporary pause in our services was a necessary measure to ensure the highest standards of safety and reliability for our valued passengers. We understand the inconvenience this may have caused and deeply appreciate the continued support and understanding of our customers,”  he said.

He emphasised that the airline’s team had been working tirelessly to expedite the maintenance process, which is now in the final stages. 

“Azman Air is committed to providing safe, reliable and efficient air travel services, and we are eager to welcome passengers back on board in the near future. 

“We will keep our customers and the public informed of any further developments through our official channels. Thank you for your patience and loyalty as we work towards resuming our operations at the earliest possible time,” the statement partly reads.