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Aviation
Akasa Air adds its 40th aircraft to bolster its fleet.
Akasa Air has inducted its 40th aircraft, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey since commencing operations in August 2022. The newly delivered Boeing 737 MAX 8-200, registered as VT-YBQ, arrived at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on July 3, 2026, after completing its delivery flight from Seattle, USA, via Reykjavik, Iceland, and Cairo, Egypt. The aircraft features a…
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From Noida International Airport, Akasa Air begins operations.
By starting operations out of Noida International Airport (NIA), Akasa Air strengthened its position in the National Capital Region (NCR) and reached a significant milestone in its network growth strategy. On June 16, 2026, the airline’s first flight took off from Navi Mumbai International Airport at 07:25 and landed at Noida International Airport at 09:35. The first flight from Noida…
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Starting on June 16, Akasa Air will link NIA with two Indian cities.
An important milestone in Akasa Air‘s expansion path will be reached when it begins operations from Noida International Airport (NIA), which will directly connect it with two important Indian cities. The airline will increase access to the National Capital Region (NCR) by starting daily direct flights from Noida International Airport to Bengaluru and Navi Mumbai on June 16, 2026. Additionally,…
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Akasa Air begins operating direct flights to Gwalior and Delhi.
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia and Priya Mehra, Chief of Governance & Strategic Acquisitions, Akasa Air, launched the first flight. The introduction of direct flights between Gwalior and Delhi was announced by Akasa Air. Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Union Minister of Communications and Minister of Development of the North Eastern Region (DoNER), and Priya Mehra, Chief of Governance & Strategic Acquisitions, Akasa…
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Akasa Air Enters Vietnam with Hanoi as Its Seventh International Destination.
The airline will begin operating four weekly direct flights between Mumbai and Hanoi on September 4, 2026. The momentum of travel and the growing economic and cultural contact between the two nations will be bolstered by the establishment of direct link. The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi, has recently been added to Akasa Air’s network as its seventh foreign destination. The…
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In 3.5 years, Akasa Air has carried 25 million passengers.
After more than 42 months (3.5 years) of operation, Akasa Air has served more over 25 million passengers, making it the fastest Indian airline to do so. This accomplishment highlights the airline’s robust growth trajectory and its rise to prominence in India’s changing aviation market as a reliable and trustworthy carrier. Vinay Dube, founder and CEO of Akasa Air stated,…
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Akasa Air starts operating flights to and from Mumbai and Riyadh.
The policy of waiving fees is extended until March 31, 2026, and flights to and from Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Kuwait are suspended until March 21, 2026. On March 18, 2026, Akasa Air started operating flights to and from Mumbai and Riyadh again. The airline will still fly to and from Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kochi, Kozhikode, Ahmedabad, and Jeddah. These flights…
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As Praveen Iyer resigns, Akasa Air names Anand Srinivasan as CCO.
Following a five-year adventure, Akasa Air announced that Praveen Iyer, its co-founder and chief commercial officer, has made the decision to move on and start a new chapter in his life. Anand Srinivasan, a co-founder and chief information officer, will serve as chief commercial officer. Through April 30, 2026, Iyer will work closely with the leadership group to make sure…
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Akasa Air becomes an IATA network member.
In addition to offering a platform for cooperation between airlines, regulators, and industry partners globally, IATA is crucial in establishing international aviation standards in the areas of safety, security, sustainability, technology, and operational efficiency. Akasa Air has joined the International Air Transport Association (IATA), a trade group that represents more than 360 airlines worldwide and more than 80% of all…
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Navi Mumbai International Airport Opens: Akasa Air and IndiGo to start operations
With more parking bases and foreign flights to important Middle Eastern and Southeast Asian markets, Akasa Air will progressively expand its services from NMIA. By using NMIA as a strategic gateway, IndiGo hopes to give travellers options both inside and outside of the city. The recently opened Navi Mumbai International Airport is now home to Akasa Air and IndiGo. The…
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