Troubled Indonesian carrier Adam Air, which has been operating a reduced fleet owing to financial difficulties, has been grounded by the country’s transport ministry.

Adam Air was once one of Indonesia’s fastest-growing airlines but over recent days the cash-strapped carrier has had over half its fleet of 21 Boeing 737s grounded, forcing it to suspend more than 50% of its flights.

In a short statement released today, Indonesia’s transport ministry says it has grounded Adam Air with effect from midnight.

The transport ministry says it has taken the decision because of shortcomings in the airline’s operational, training and maintenance procedures.

It adds that, once these failings have been addressed, Adam Air can seek permission to resume operations. The ministry has given Adam Air three months to act or risk having all of its licences removed.

Adam Air president director Adam Suherman recently wa

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