BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan, May 12. The European
Commission has acknowledged Kyrgyzstan’s progress in reforming its
aviation sector, as part of the country’s efforts to be removed
from the EU aviation safety blacklist, Trend reports via Kyrgyzstan’s Civil Aviation
Agency.
A delegation from Kyrgyzstan, led by State Civil Aviation Agency
Director Daniyar Bostonov, presented the results of a two-year
aviation sector reform program during a recent meeting with the
European Commission in Brussels.
Among the key achievements presented by Kyrgyzstan to the
European Commission were the full implementation of a flight safety
action plan, the introduction of new oversight procedures, enhanced
training for inspectors, and the modernization of the regulatory
framework in line with EU certification standards.
The country also reported strengthened institutional capacity,
including increased funding, improved working conditions for
inspectors, and continued staff development.
In the course of the meeting, the Kyrgyz side submitted all
required technical reports, legal documents, and supporting
materials to demonstrate readiness to restore direct air services
with EU member states. The European Commission is expected to
publish an official assessment following the EU Committee’s review
in May 2025.
Kyrgyzstan’s airlines have remained on the EU safety list since
2006 due to shortcomings in regulatory oversight at the time.