DGCA grants approval for merger of AIX Connect, Air India Express

AIX Connect, formerly known as AirAsia India, merged into Air India Express on Tuesday, marking the formation of a single low-cost airline subsidiary of Air India, stated the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

"Effective October 1, all aircraft of AIX Connect have been transferred seamlessly onto the air operator certificate (AOC) of AIX, ensuring that airline operations of the combined entity continue without disruption to ensure a safe and smooth passenger experience," the regulator noted.

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Meanwhile, the merger of Vistara—which is a 51:49 joint venture between the Tata Group and Singapore Airlines—into Air India, which is 100 per cent owned by the Tata Group, is currently ongoing. The Vistara brand is scheduled to sunset on November 11.