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Royal Command Issued to Revoke Decorations from Two Former Civil Aviation Officials
The Thai government has officially revoked all royal decorations from two former Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand employees following their dismissal for severe disciplinary misconduct.
According to a report by Khaosod Online published on September 3, 2026, the Royal Gazette has announced a formal command from the Prime Minister’s Office regarding the revocation of royal decorations. The order, countersigned by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, mandates the return of all royal decorations previously awarded to two former employees of the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT).
The revocation follows the individuals' dismissal from their positions due to severe disciplinary misconduct, effective as of October 1, 2025. The action was taken in accordance with the 2005 Prime Minister’s Office regulations concerning the retrieval of royal decorations. The individuals named in the announcement include a former senior general administration officer.
For residents and travelers, this administrative update serves as a matter of public record regarding the internal governance of Thai state agencies. It highlights the strict enforcement of disciplinary standards within the aviation sector. While the announcement confirms the legal status of these decorations, it does not provide further details regarding the specific nature of the misconduct beyond the classification of 'severe.' As this is an internal personnel matter involving former staff, there are no expected impacts on current flight operations or the general public's interaction with the Civil Aviation Authority. Further details regarding the specific disciplinary cases remain subject to the internal records of the CAAT.