Norwegian long-haul subsidiary files further request for US gov’t approval

Norwegian’s long-haul low-cost subsidiary Norwegian Air International has filed its reply to the US Department of Transportation’s notice of August 4th, requesting comments on the meeting between the US Government and the European Commission.Norwegian Air International urged the Department to grant its application for an exemption and a foreign air carrier permit without further delay.Norwegian Air International’s plans have been supported by several other agencies, including the Irish Aviation Authority, US Travel Association, American Society of Travel Agents, European Low Fares Airline Association, the Oakland, Orlando, and Fort Lauderdale airport authorities, Federal Express, and Atlas Air.In its August 4th  notice,