YEREVAN. – The open skies policy and competition in Armenia may lead to more favorable schedule of flights, head of civil aviation department Artyom Movsisyan said in parliament.

“Liberalization of the aviation market may lead to competitive climate. The air companies will not only compete for presence in the market, but more favorable hours for passenger flights,” Movsisyan said.

However, the results may become tangible at least in two years after Armenia declared open skies policy.

“The air companies as a rule are building business two years ahead. This refers to aircraft leasing and talks with aviation authorities of different states,” Movsisyan noted.

The head of civil aviation department emphasized that not only CIS states are interested in Armenia market. Earlier Air France declared an intention to increase the number of flights to seven per week. UAE-based Etihad company has recently showed interest in the Armenian market.