Udan 4.1 Launched

• 19 Mar 2021

• To further enhance regional air connectivity, the Centre has launched the 4.1 round of the RCS-Udan scheme.
• Some operational flexibilities are extended to Airlines under the Udan 4.1 to ensure suitable operation models to connect smaller cities or airstrips.
• New routes are proposed under 'Sagaramala Seaplane Services'.
• Operations under Non Scheduled Operator's Permit (NSOP) will be allowed for seaplane, fixed-wing aircraft, Helicopters for RCS routes awarded under Udan 4.1.
• Till date, 325 routes and 56 airports including 5 heliports and 2 Water Aerodromes have been operationalised under the Udan scheme.