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On July 22, 2024, Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for the acquisition of three A320neo and two A321XLR aircraft.
In a simple ceremony today, Yab Dasho Dhondup Gyaltshen, Chief Pilot, presided over the promotion of First Officers Sonam Yonten Wangchuk and Tsering Norbu Jigme to the rank of Senior First Officers.
Today marks a significant milestone for Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines, as we welcome the newest addition to our fleet, the state-of-the-art H130 T2 helicopter, registered as A5-BHU.
In a simple ceremony presided over by Yab Dasho Dhondup Gyaltshen, Chief Pilot, and the management team of Drukair, Senior First Officers Yeshey Jampel Dorji, Tshering Penjore, Sonam Lhamo, Namgyal Wangchuk, and Karma Shedrup Tshering were promoted to the rank of Commander today.
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Drukair, is thrilled to celebrate an awe-inspiring accomplishment by one of our own. Jigme Tenzin, a Flight Operation Officer at Drukair, for over a decade, has not only excelled in his professional role but also demonstrated extraordinary determination and athleticism.
he event saw the presence of distinguished guests including the Consul General of Bhutan in Guwahati, the Changi Airport , The Singapore Tourism Board, and more.
Our esteemed Partners’ Meet was a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with valued partners and tap into market dynamics. With a product presentation and an engaging Q&A session,
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As we commemorate our 43rd anniversary, Drukair proudly celebrated ‘Drukair Day’ on April 5th with a meaningful initiative aimed at giving back to our community. We organized a “Blood Donation Drive,” highlighting our steadfast
On March 31, 2024, Drukair inaugurated the Jigmethang Helipad, heralding a new era of convenience and accessibility for our esteemed passengers. The inauguration ceremony commenced with Lhabsang Thruelsel,
On March 29th, Drukair hosted an Agents’ Meet, bringing together the local travel partners post-Covid to recognise top performers. The event fostered reconnection, celebrated resilience, and strengthened bonds between Drukair and its partners.
Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines, commemorated the 8th Birth Anniversary of His Royal Highness The Gyalsey with a captivating on-board celebration. Individual cakes were distributed to passengers, accompanied by complimentary gift items for children.
Drukair’s Agents’ Meet 2023 took flight in Bangkok, Thailand, from 20-21 December 2023! This event was a pivotal moment for Drukair and our agents, reconnecting after the challenges of the prolonged COVID period.
On October 23, 2023, Drukair signed an agreement with Alii Palau Airlines, marking the commencement of operating Singapore-Palau flights on behalf of Alii Palau.
Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines, officially launched its partnership with Hahn Air on November 13, 2023, at their office in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
In commemoration of our nearly four-decade legacy operating flights to Dhaka, Drukair came together with the travel trade at an agent seminar on October 18, 2023.
The Future Activities Review Meeting (FARM) was successfully concluded in Paro from October 11th-12th, 2023.
In a Historic moment for Bhutan’s Aviation Industry, Sangay Tshogyal and Ugyen Dorji have achieved a significant milestone as Bhutan’s first Helicopter Jr. Pilots certified to fly H-130 helicopter outside the Paro controlled air space.
Drukair launched an Interline E-ticketing partnership with Turkish Airlines on August 25, 2023. The event was graced by the esteemed presence of Hon’ble Yab Dhondup Gyaltshen,
Drukair signed a purchase agreement with Airbus Helicopter for a H130.
Drukair and MakeMyTrip exchanged agreements to mark the launch of Drukair’s partnership with MakeMyTrip.
Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines, conducted a seminar today inviting all the potential freighter community .
Congratulations to Captain Tshering Sonam and Captain Kelzang Wangchuk who have officially become Bhutan’s first Line Captains to fly the ATR 42-600.
Drukair launched an online payment system “ePayment” for its services today.
21 February 2022: To mark the most joyous occasion of the 42nd Birth Anniversary of His Majesty The King, Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines is pleased to announce the launch of new varieties of organic fresh snacks, Roasted Peanuts & Mix Fruit Candy on board in partnership with the OGOP, One Gewog, One Product programme.
While air travel has come to a halt for many, Drukair was happy to initiate a valley flight excursion for 35 RENEW Gawailing Happy Home Children, today. Flight for a cause was first initiated in 2018 and this is the second flight under the program.
To celebrate the joyous ocassion of receiving the Druk Thuksey Medal from His Majesty The King, the employees of Drukair came together for a small & modest celebration.
Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines, is deeply humbled and tremendously honored to receive the Druk Thuksey Medal (Heart Son of the Thunder Dragon) from His Majesty on the 114th National Day, December 17, 2021. On the same day, Drukair received Tokha from His Majesty as a gesture of appreciation from the throne.
In the annual Royal Civil Service Award ceremony as carried out every year, 38 Employees of Drukair were awarded with Dedicated Service Awards this year in recognition of their dedicated service to the Tsa-Wa-Sum.
In celebrating the joyous occasion of the 10th Royal Wedding Anniversary, Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines formally inaugurated the new Airbus A320neo and introduced new onboard meals, meal service equipment, food packaging, comfort items and amenities with an innovative and sustainable inflight service concept.
Well done to our passenger service staffs who have successfully completed Airport Services-Passenger Handling training
Drukair delivered one day Basic Dangerous Goods Regulation training to 139 employees of Department of Air Transport.
Drukair delivered a training on Airside Operations – Safety Compliance to 15 employees (Ground Operations Head, Ramp Incharge, Ramp Agents, operators and technicians) form Bhutan Airlines Pvt. on 19th July – 21st July 2021.
Safety first and safety last: Drukair has always been committed to ensuring the Safety and Security of its Customers and Employees and that has always been the number one priority.
Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Bhutan Olympic Committee for a period of two and half years, today.
