Thursday 28 Mar 2024
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KUALA LUMPUR (July 18): Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) is studying various options that can pave the way for it to be financially independent after its two-year operation.

Mavcom chief operating officer Azmir Zain said the commission hoped to be financially independent after two years of operations. Mavcom, established on March 1 this year, operates under Government funding.

"We are looking at various options. One of them is charge the airlines and airports for being the players in the industry, Mavcom is also thinking of charging the departing passengers. But these are still being studied and we haven't actually decided," Azmir said.

He said this at a press conference in conjunction with the launch of the newly-gazetted Malaysian Aviation Consumer Protection Code 2016.

Azmir said the Government had promised to fund the commission's operations for two years.

According to him, Mavcom's main source of funds now is from issuance of the Aerodrome Operator Licence, Ground Handling Licence, Air Service License and Air Service Permit.

Meanwhile, the Malaysian Aviation Consumer Protection Code 2016 is an initiative to safeguard air travelers' rights.

Mavcom director of consumer affairs Pushpalatha Subramaniam said the code, effective since July 1 this year, would ensure consumers' rights were protected under the Malaysian law.

"What this means for consumers is that when they travel by air in and from Malaysia, their rights are clearly defined and protected under the national law.

"These rights cover dealings with airlines, airports and other aviation service providers, including foreign airlines operating into and out of Malaysia," she said.

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