Authorities revoke Jet Airways’ aviation security training status

In another blow to the soon-to-be-launched Jet Airways, the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has revoked its aviation security training institute (ASTI) status for non-compliance. Continued delay by the airline’s promoters, Jalan-Kalrock Consortium (JKC) to take ownership of the airline and the standoff with the company’s lenders regarding the clearance of dues has led to this action by the authorities. The BCAS sent a letter to the Jet Authorities that read: “The competent authority has revoked the accreditation granted to both the ASTIs of Jet Airways at Gurugram and Mumbai. The airline may apply afresh for approval of its