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What is Akasa Air?

Akasa Air

About Akasa Air

What is Akasa Air?

Akasa Air is an upcoming ultra-low-cost Indian airline co-founded by billionaire and stocks trader Rakesh Jhunjhunwala and former Jet Airways CEO Vinay
Dube.
 
Developments
 
In October 2021, Akasa Air received a 'no objection certificate' (NOC) from the Ministry of Civil Aviation. The NOC will be held by SNV Aviation, the holding company for the proposed airline.
The airline is now in the process of receiving the Air Operator Permit (AoP) certificate after aircraft acquisition and other required procedures.
 
Acquiring the NOC is the first stage, which is followed by a security background check after which an AoP is issued. Thereafter, the technical viability of the
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Latest Updates on Akasa Air

Akasa Air in talks to order more than 200 Boeing 737 MAX aircrafts

Akasa Air is in talks to order more than 200 Boeing 737 MAX jets, with a decision expected early next year, as the budget carrier plans to expand its fleet beyond 2032

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Updated On : 25 Sep 2026 | 7:49 AM IST

IndiGo, Air India battle for Mumbai-Delhi route as Akasa doubles flights

IndiGo held 42.8 per cent of seat capacity during April-September, narrowly ahead of Air India Group's 41.9 per cent, while Akasa Air's share climbed to 10.7 per cent

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Updated On : 12 Sep 2026 | 12:05 AM IST

Iran war, high ATF prices hit airlines hard as seat capacity falls in Sept

Eight of the country's top 10 airports also saw domestic capacity decline, while Delhi and Maharashtra bucked the trend with growth in overall airline seat capacity

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Updated On : 07 Sep 2026 | 7:23 PM IST

No more fear of flying: India needs more competition in the skies

We are now in 2026. Indian consumers have taken to air travel in a big way and there will be continued demand as long as air fares don't balloon

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Updated On : 13 Aug 2026 | 10:26 PM IST

Akasa Air launches loyalty programme 'Akasa Elevate' as airline turns 4

The loyalty programme called 'Akasa Elevate' will enable members to earn points on eligible flights and ancillary products and services

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Updated On : 07 Aug 2026 | 12:17 PM IST

Demand strong despite macro challenges, says Akasa Air CEO Vinay Dube

Akasa Air sees resilient travel demand despite rising fuel and forex costs, while betting on new airports and long-term expansion

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Updated On : 06 Aug 2026 | 11:16 PM IST

India needs more competition in aviation, says Akasa Air CEO Vinay Dube

The remarks from the founder and CEO of the nearly four-year-old Akasa Air comes against the backdrop of reports that the government is looking at allowing airport operators to own airlines

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Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 2:40 PM IST

Akasa Air eyes ₹1,050 crore fundraise as Iran war drives up costs

Akasa Air is seeking to raise about ₹1,050 crore through equity and debt to cushion the impact of the Iran conflict, which has disrupted flights and driven up jet fuel costs

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Updated On : 14 Jul 2026 | 8:29 AM IST

7 of India's busiest airports saw departing seat capacity dip in June

Seven of India's busiest airports and eight of its largest overseas markets saw departing seat capacity shrink in June

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Updated On : 05 Jul 2026 | 11:09 PM IST

Akasa Air plans to operate flights under UDAN scheme, says CEO Vinay Dube

The airline aims to increase capacity by 30 per cent in this financial year, and the capacity growth would be in the range of 30-40 per cent in the next 4-5 years

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Updated On : 05 Jul 2026 | 6:50 PM IST

Akasa Air, SpiceJet warn of flight disruptions amid adverse weather

Akasa Air warned of possible delays across its network due to heavy rainfall in Mumbai, while SpiceJet flagged weather-related disruptions in Dharamshala

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Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 11:43 AM IST

Akasa Air retains 30-40% growth target despite headwinds: CFO Ankur Goel

The airline also aims to expand its passenger-handling capacity by more than 30 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) in financial year 2027 (FY27)

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Updated On : 23 Jun 2026 | 9:58 PM IST

Akasa Air plans IPO in next 2-4 yrs; share sale is 'question of when': CFO

After taking to the skies in August 2022, the airline is slowly expanding its presence and currently flies to 34 destinations, including 7 international cities

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Updated On : 23 Jun 2026 | 3:47 PM IST

Akasa Air eyes 30% capacity growth in FY27 despite geopolitical risks

The airline, which has been flying for nearly four years, currently has a fleet of 39 Boeing 737 MAX planes and around 25 per cent of its capacity is deployed in international routes

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Updated On : 23 Jun 2026 | 1:47 PM IST

Akasa Air starts flight services to Noida airport from Navi Mumbai

The airline will operate seven flights a week to the greenfield airport

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Updated On : 16 Jun 2026 | 7:03 PM IST

Akasa Air gains ground as rivals cut flights amid Iran war disruption

Akasa Air, which was founded during the coronavirus pandemic and made its first commercial flight in 2022, operated 10,109 flights in March and April 2026

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Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 11:02 AM IST

Akasa Air sets up entity for aircraft financing, leasing in GIFT City

The nearly four-year-old carrier has established Akasa Air Leasing IFSC Private Limited (AALI) at Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), Gandhinagar

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Updated On : 08 May 2026 | 2:51 PM IST

Akasa Air aircraft returns to bay after contact by another airline's plane

Akasa's aircraft was stationary when SpiceJet's aircraft made contact with it

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Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 8:33 AM IST

DGCA initiates investigation into SpiceJet-Akasa Air minor collision

A SpiceJet aircraft made contact with an Akasa Air plane at Delhi airport, forcing passengers to deplane, with no injuries reported; authorities have begun an investigation

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Updated On : 16 Apr 2026 | 9:06 PM IST

SpiceJet, Akasa planes collide at Delhi airport, no injuries reported

According to reports, the right winglet of the SpiceJet aircraft was damaged, while the left-hand horizontal stabiliser of the Akasa plane was struck in the collision

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Updated On : 16 Apr 2026 | 5:19 PM IST