AJet is set to revolutionize the Turkish aviation industry as the country's new low-cost carrier. With a focus on providing affordable and efficient air travel options, AJet aims to make flying more accessible to a wider range of passengers. By offering competitive pricing and a commitment to excellent customer service, AJet is poised to become a major player in the Turkish airline market. With a fleet of modern aircraft and a network of domestic and international routes, AJet is ready to meet the growing demand for cost-effective air travel in Turkey and beyond.
AJet obtained its Air Operator's Certificate on January 2, 2024, paving the way for the launch of operations as a standalone carrier before the Summer 2024 season.
Certification Process
Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu confirmed at a press conference that the entire certification process took just over four months with the application having been lodged in late August 2023.
Transition from AnadoluJet Brand
The new low-cost carrier, which had operated under the AnadoluJet brand as a division of Turkish Airlines (TK, Istanbul Airport), will continue to focus on short- and medium-haul routes heavy on VFR and leisure demand.
Fleet Information
Turkish Airlines recently transferred ownership of five B737-800s to AJet to boost its capitalisation.
The ch-aviation fleets advanced module shows that AJet's fleet - which still operates exclusively under the Turkish Airlines' 'TK' code - comprises nine A320-200Ns, fourteen A321-200NX, seven B737-8s, and forty-five B737-800s. The airline also wet-leases in additional A320-200s, A321-200s, and B737-8s from SmartLynx Airlines and SmartLynx Airlines Malta.
Future Expansion and Development
Turkish Airlines sees AJet as an important platform for growth and is aiming to expand its fleet to 200 aircraft. Chairman Ahmed Bolat said the LCC subsidiary will also benefit from Turkish's recent order for 150 A321neo (with a further 100 options), as the group aims to transition to new-generation narrowbodies as soon as possible.
Other Developments
Meanwhile, Turkish Airlines also disclosed that will proceed with the launch of long-awaited direct flights to Australia - specifically to Melbourne Tullamarine - although it has yet to announce any dates.
