Riga, Latvia – Latvian national airline airBaltic has reported record-breaking passenger numbers and significant fleet expansion in 2024, reinforcing its position as the leading carrier in the Baltic region. The airline carried 8.3 million passengers, marking its highest-ever annual total, alongside a strong operational performance.

• airBaltic conducted over 73,000 flights in 2024, with a load factor of 81.2%.
• The airline expanded its fleet with three additional Airbus A220-300 aircraft, bringing the total to 49, and exercised options for 10 more, aligning with its long-term goal of reaching 100 aircraft by 2030.
• The airBaltic workforce grew to over 2,700 professionals, with the launch of the airBaltic Technical Academy and the graduation of the 100th student from the Pilot Academy.

Statement:

• “2024 has been a remarkable year for airBaltic. Our continued focus on progress, innovation, and expanding our global reach positions us strongly for the future. In 2025, we plan to ensure strong connectivity, enhance our fleet with additional new aircraft, and continue to innovate across all aspects of our operations.” – Martin Gauss, President and CEO of airBaltic

About airBaltic
airBaltic is the leading airline in the Baltics, operating a hybrid model that combines the benefits of both traditional and low-cost carriers. With a fleet of 49 Airbus A220-300 aircraft, airBaltic connects the region to over 70 destinations across Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and the Caucasus, with more than 130 routes from Riga, Tallinn, Vilnius, Tampere, and seasonally Gran Canaria.

Source: airBaltic
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