Akasa Air celebrates 19 million passengers

Akasa Air said it has served over 19 million passengers in 36 months with a significant leap of 8 million passengers in just the last 12 months and continues to register industry-leading load factors of over 87%. Commenting on performance, Vinay Dube, Founder and CEO, Akasa Air, said: “Akasa was born out of a belief that building a great airline requires more than ambition; it requires discipline, purpose, and heart. In just three years, we have proven that it is possible to scale rapidly, deliver consistently, and stay deeply human in how we operate. We are not just growing fast, we are growing right, marked by our steadfast commitment to world-class safety, deep investment in our people, and an obsession with every detail of our customer experience. With over 19 million passengers flown, an engaged workforce of over 4700 Akasians, and a consistent record of operational excellence, Akasa is poised to become a generational institution in global aviation and remains firmly anchored to its long-term vision of being among the top 30 airlines globally by the end of this decade. “I am incredibly proud of our team of 4700+ Akasians, grateful for the trust of our passengers, the unwavering support of the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the DGCA, the faith displayed by our investors and excited for the future we are shaping, which puts safety, purpose, and people at the heart of aviation’s next chapter. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to building an airline that India can be proud of, and one that is ready to lead in the global skies.” Akasa Air said it has achieved significant operational milestones, crossing over 100,000 total departures, including 3,800+ international flights. Akasa has transported over 131,000 tonnes of cargo, it said. In FY 25, the airline registered a 49% increase in revenue year-over-year. Capacity in terms of Available Seat Kilometres (or ASKs) grew at 48% compared to FY24. The airline also signed agreements with investors for a fresh capital infusion, pending statutory approvals. Akasa Air scaled its fleet to 30 aircraft, serving 28 destinations, comprising 23 domestic and five international cities. The airline said will expand its presence in key markets such as Delhi and will leverage the upcoming Navi Mumbai and Noida International Airports to build a comprehensive network. Akasa Air will expand its global footprint with a foray into new regions, including SAARC and ASEAN over the next few years. The airline expects to have a fleet of 30+ aircraft by the end of this year. Akasa Air projects its Capacity in terms of ASKs to grow at over 30% in the current fiscal and translate this progress into a continued upward trajectory in RASK. For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Matt Driskill at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Head of Sales Kay Rolland at [email protected]