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World’s Largest ACMI Provider Avia Solutions Group Concludes Acquisition of Skytrans Airlines, Expanding to 12 AOCs Worldwide

Avia Solutions Group, the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider with a fleet of 199 aircraft, has finalized the acquisition of the Australian airline Skytrans. The airline, which holds a fleet of 13 regional aircraft, specializes in Regular Public Transport (RPT) as well as charter operations.

With the acquisition of Skytrans, the group secures an Australian Air Operator Certificate (AOC), paving the way for both passenger and cargo flight operations. The move will, moreover, allow the group to access the lucrative domestic aviation market in Australia, which, according to projections published in the Australian Aviation Network review of 2023, is set to exceed pre-COVID levels in 2024.

This development is part of the group’s growth strategy within the Asia-Pacific region. Expansion in the region provides valuable leverage to counterbalance the reduced seasonal demand in Europe by shifting aircraft between counter-seasonal regions. The obtained AOC brings the total number of air operator certificates held by the group to 12.

“This acquisition is part of our larger strategy, which is aimed at limiting the impact of seasonality, whilst giving us access to new growing markets in Asia-Pacific and further afield. By the end of the year, we aim to establish or acquire 7 additional airlines, with countries like Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, and Indonesia firmly on our radar,” says Jonas Janukenas, CEO of Avia Solutions Group.

According to the newly appointed Managing Director of Skytrans, Gytis Gumuliauskas, while the company’s current activities will be continued, the main goal is to extensively develop ACMI and wet lease operations:

“Passenger operations will be our main area of focus, with cargo being an area we’re willing to explore and develop in 2024 and beyond. To achieve these goals, we have plans of expanding the fleet with A319 aircraft for passenger and with A321F for cargo transportation.”

Irish-based Avia Solutions Group is the parent company to SmartLynx Airlines, Avion Express, AirExplore, KlasJet, Magma Aviation, and more, operating worldwide. The group also comprises a leading global provider of MRO services, FL Technics, with 100 line maintenance stations worldwide and maintenance hangars in Lithuania, Indonesia, and the United Kingdom. Furthermore, Avia Solutions Group also operates the largest independent pilot training organization, BAA Training, with schools in Spain, France, Lithuania, and Vietnam.

Source: Avia Solutions Group
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Maldivian Airline Places Order for 2 Aircraft During the Singapore Airshow 2024

Maldivian, the national airline of Maldives, confirmed an order for two ATR 42-600 during the Singapore Airshow 2024. With this, the airline is expanding its regional fleet to a total of seven ATR aircraft. Equipped with extra efficient PW127XT engines from Pratt & Whitney Canada and boasting spacious, appealing cabins, these modern aircraft will revolutionise connectivity for the Maldives’ communities and businesses.

By selecting the most cost-effective and lowest-emission regional aircraft on the market, Maldivian fuels the archipelago’s economic dynamism while significantly reducing emissions.

This order, initiated in 2023 as part of undisclosed deals, marks a significant milestone in their journey.

Source: ATR
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Sustained Demand for all ATR Aircraft Models Confirmed at Singapore Airshow 2024

At the 2024 edition of the Singapore Airshow, regional aircraft manufacturer ATR reaffirmed its position as a global leader in regional aviation through confirmations of orders and fleet placements.

ATR kicked off the show with the introduction of the first brand new ATR 72-600 aircraft in Central Asia, through Uzbek airline Silk Avia, part of the Uzbekistan Airways Group.

The growing demand for ATR’s reliable and versatile turboprops was underlined by the unveiling of two orders which were part of the manufacturer’s undisclosed commitments of 2023. These include an order for two ATR 42-600 from Maldivian and one ATR 72-600 from Air Tahiti.

The unrivalled capabilities of ATR’s aircraft family to connect regions responsibly, affordably and efficiently was further reinforced by the expansion of Cebu Pacific’s fleet, with two leased ATR 72-600.

The manufacturer also confirmed the placement of two leased ATR 72-600 at Fly91, a start-up regional carrier set to connect unserved and underserved routes across India.

This year’s show was marked by renewed confidence from longstanding ATR supporters and trust from new entrants to the market, endorsing the relevance of ATR’s products and services for all business cases and types of regional operations.

“These aircraft will support our airline partners in providing seamless connectivity to their passengers, bridging gaps in air transportation networks, and bringing communities closer than ever before,” said ATR.

Source: ATR
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Air Tahiti Places Order for Additional ATR Aircraft During Singapore Airshow 2024

Air Tahiti, a state-run air transport operator in French Polynesia based at Faa’a International Airport, Papeete, placed an order for an additional ATR 72-600 aircraft with ATR during the Singapore Airshow 2024.

According to ATR, this order was initiated in 2023 and remained undisclosed. The airline has an existing fleet of 10 aircraft.

Source: ATR
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