Centre's security clearance gives wings to Jet Airways grounded over finances
India TodayThe Ministry of Home Affairs has granted security clearance to Jet Airways, paving the way for the airline to relaunch its commercial flight services in India in coming months. The security clearance is for the proposed change in Jet Airways's management control/shareholding pattern and for scheduled operator permit. The official communication to the promoters read, “I am directed to refer to your application and to convey security clearance for change in shareholding pattern of the company/firm, for scheduled operator permit, on the basis of security clearance from the Ministry of Home Affairs.” On May 5, Jet Airways conducted its test flight to and from the Hyderabad airport after a hiatus of more than three years. ALSO READ | Jet Airways takes to the skies again with a test flight | Watch video