October 22, 2026, the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) held a Steering Committee meeting with the Directorate General for Civil Aviation of France (DGAC France). The meeting was co-chaired by Air Chief Marshal Manat Chavanaprayoon, Director General of CAAT, and Mr. Thibaut Lallemand, Asia Pacific Cooperation Director of DGAC France. Also in attendance were Mr. Kajonpat Maklin, Deputy Director General of CAAT, CAAT executives, French experts, and representatives from Airbus, which supports the cooperation between the two authorities.
The meeting aimed to review past achievements, monitor the status and progress of ongoing cooperation activities, and exchange information and expertise to jointly establish future directions and plans, ensuring continuity and the achievement of shared objectives. Key priorities included strengthening civil aviation safety oversight capabilities, developing personnel, and enhancing Thailand’s civil aviation oversight standards to align with international standards.
CAAT remains committed to continuing its cooperation with DGAC France, with support from Airbus, to enhance personnel capabilities and strengthen the civil aviation regulatory and oversight system. This ongoing partnership also serves to foster international cooperation and contribute to the sustainable development of civil aviation in Thailand and the Asia-Pacific region.
