Tamaz Gaiashvili, founder of air company Georgia Airways welcomes Russia's decision to start direct flights. In particular, yesterday Russian President Vladimir Putin canceled the decision to ban direct air traffic with Georgia.
Putin's order went into effect immediately after signing. Gaishvili, whose company operated Tbilisi-Moscow flights before the air embargo, does not rule out resuming flights, although he adds that it takes some time to obtain permission for flights and frequencies.
"We didn't plan to start flights from Tbilisi and let's see how things will develop or what the situation will be. The start of flights requires preparation, it does not happen that today the restriction is lifted and flights start tomorrow. I welcome the restoration of the visa-free regime and direct flights. It is also welcome that the government of Georgia met this news positively and that we have a government that defends national interests in this difficult time", says Gaiashvili.
Since the summer of 2019, Russia has stopped direct flights to Georgia, which was preceded by rally against the Russian occupation.
