In response to the red flag, flag carrier Thai Airways issued a statement saying that it operates with the highest safety standards. "A significant safety concern does not necessarily indicate a particular safety deficiency in the air navigation service providers, airlines (air operators), aircraft or aerodrome; but, rather, indicates that the State is not providing sufficient safety oversight to ensure the effective implementation of applicable ICAO Standards," said Charamporn Jotikasthira, president of the airline. The Thailand Transport Ministry did not immediately respond to a CNN request for comment.