Norwegian Air UK's US foreign air carrier permit application 'remains pending'

Norwegian Air UK confirmed (30-Jun-2016) the US Department of Transportation (DOT) will continue to review its US foreign air carrier permit application noting, the application "remains pending". Norwegian Group stated: "Norwegian UK is a recognised British airline, with a large UK base and the support of the UK Government. Given Norwegian UK's clear and legitimate right to a Foreign Carrier Permit, we therefore remain confident we will receive final approval". As previously reported by CAPA, Norwegian Air UK was granted a UK operating licence by the UK Civil Aviation Authority in Nov-2015, allowing the carrier to be established. [more - original PR]