Regulations and Government
Thailand Takes Steps to Overhaul Aviation Sector
Divides Department of Civil Aviation into two new authorities
Thailand and several Southeast Asian countries have drawn criticism for spotty and inefficient oversight of their home carriers. (Photo: Gabriele Stoia)
Thailand and several Southeast Asian countries have drawn criticism for spotty and inefficient oversight of their home carriers. (Photo: Gabriele Stoia)

As part of a broader overhaul to correct shortcomings in regulatory oversight, Thailand has decided to split its Department of Civil Aviation (DCA) into two separate agencies.