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Ascend Airways Malaysia Enters Final AOC Phase Ahead Of November Cargo Launch

Ascend Airways Malaysia has officially entered Phase 4 of the Air Operator Certification (AOC) process and is moving closer to its planned November 2025 launch of cargo operations. The airline’s first freighter aircraft, a Boeing 737-800SF, is scheduled to arrive in Kuala Lumpur in mid-August, a key milestone to complete the final certification stages under the supervision of the Civil Aviation Authority of…

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Ascend Airways Expands Fleet and Prepares for Malaysian Launch

Ascend Airways is set to accelerate its fleet expansion in early 2025, with the addition of one Boeing B737-800 in February and two B737-8 aircraft in March and April. The airline, under the leadership of CEO Alastair Willson, aims to gradually grow its fleet to 15-20 aircraft to meet its operational goals.

Ascend Airways Malaysia Secures Conditional Air Service Permit

Ascend Airways Malaysia has been granted a Conditional Air Service Permit by the Malaysian Aviation Commission (MAVCOM), paving the way for the airline to commence operations. The carrier aims to launch its ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) services by late 2025, starting with a Boeing 737C. As part of its growth strategy, Ascend Airways plans to expand its fleet to include the Boeing…