Akasa Air, India’s rapidly expanding airline, has achieved a remarkable milestone by welcoming its 20th aircraft, making it the first airline in Asia to include the Boeing 737-8-200 variant of the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft in its fleet. The aircraft, bearing the registration VT YAV, arrived in Bengaluru at 9:31 hrs, on 1st August 2023 marking a momentous occasion for the airline. Akasa Air has emerged as one of the world’s fastest-growing airlines, achieving a fleet size of 20 aircraft within just a year of commencing operations. This milestone is particularly significant as it now enables the airline to be eligible for international operations, as Indian regulations require airlines to have at least 20 aircraft in their fleet for international flights.
Vinay Dube, Founder and CEO, Akasa Air said, “Akasa Air is merely an expression of what India is capable of achieving. Today’s landmark addition to our fleet heralds the international chapter of growth in Akasa’s story and makes us extremely optimistic about our future. We are very excited at the prospect of showcasing our unique and distinct service to the world. Going from 0 to 20 aircraft within 12 months is not just an Akasa record but a record that encapsulates the potential of our great country and one for our whole nation to be proud of. I am particularly gratified in the way our airline has grown. The unprecedented pace of our expansion is fuelled by the passion of our employees, who strive to make air travel increasingly accessible and reliable. We have recorded the highest on-time performance for several consecutive months in 2023 and are especially proud to have achieved this milestone without compromising on our unflinching commitment to service leadership.”