Jammu: In a move that may lead to lower airfares to Jammu, the load penalty for its airport was scrapped on Thursday, allowing airlines to fly full capacity, officials said.
Till now, there was a 30 per cent load penalty, which meant that airlines could book only 70 per cent of the seats available on a flight.
The Indian Air Force, which controls the Jammu airport, on Thursday issued a NOTAM (notice to airmen) which will lead to the removal of the 30 per cent load penalty on the airport, officials aware of the matter said.
This would mean airlines can fly full loads or at 100 per cent capacity, they said, adding this would lead to lower fares and longer destinations.
Currently, Jammu airport handles 35 flights from different cities on a daily basis.
The load restriction meant that airlines either incur a loss on flying to Jammu or jack up fares to make up for the cost of keeping 30 per cent of seats empty.
The load restriction on airports is placed keeping in mind the length of the runway, its quality and heat factor.
29/09/21 PTI/Business Standard
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