Air Astana has taken a major step toward long-term fleet expansion with its announcement of a Memorandum of Understanding to acquire up to 50 Airbus A320neo family aircraft. The agreement, revealed as Kazakhstan’s largest airline group continues modernizing its operations, includes 25 firm aircraft and 25 purchase options, positioning the order as the largest in the carrier’s history once finalized.
Air Astana is contending with a significant escalation in PW1100G engine failures affecting its Airbus A320neo family fleet. Both the mainline airline and its low-cost subsidiary FlyArystan rely heavily on the Pratt & Whitney PW1100G-JM geared turbofan engine, which has experienced recurring technical issues linked to design defects and contaminated powder metal components.
Air Astana has announced that Peter Foster, its long-serving Chief Executive Officer, will retire from the position and from the company’s Board of Directors at the end of March 2026. Following his retirement, Foster will continue to contribute to the airline’s future as Senior Advisor to the Board of Directors, maintaining a strategic connection with the group he helped transform into one…
Air Astana Group has unveiled a broad expansion of its Middle East and Asian route networks for the autumn 2025 season, underscoring its dual-brand strategy through Air Astana and its low-cost subsidiary FlyArystan. The move combines new routes, resumed services, and frequency increases from multiple hubs across Kazakhstan.
FlyArystan has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a brand-new Airbus A320neo, further strengthening its position as Kazakhstan’s leading low-cost carrier. The aircraft, bearing the manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12684 and registered as EI-KFI, was delivered directly from Airbus and is powered by a pair of Pratt & Whitney PW1127G-JM geared turbofan engines, known for their efficiency and reduced emissions.
Air Astana Group, the flag carrier of Kazakhstan, has announced robust financial results for the first quarter of 2025, highlighting continued recovery and operational efficiency across its business units. The Group reported total revenue and other income of $292.4 million, marking a 10.4% increase compared to the same quarter the previous year.
FlyArystan, the low-cost division of Air Astana, has taken delivery of one Airbus A320, identified by serial number 6614, on lease, as part of its ongoing network and fleet growth. The aircraft is powered by V2527-A5 engines manufactured by IAE, supporting cost-effective short- to medium-haul operations.
FlyArystan, Kazakhstan’s low-cost carrier, has announced the addition of a new Airbus A320neo, identified by serial number 8277, to its growing fleet. This latest addition marks the 24th aircraft in FlyArystan’s lineup, further supporting its operational expansion.
FlyArystan, Kazakhstan’s leading low-cost carrier, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a leased Airbus A320neo, serial number 12272. This modern aircraft is equipped with PW1127G-JM engines, renowned for their fuel efficiency and lower environmental impact.
FlyArystan (Kazakhstan) is set to make a pivotal transition in its operations by moving to its own operator certificatestarting 1 January 2025. This significant change will see the airline fully separating its operational framework from its parent company, Air Astana Group, while maintaining collaborative agreements.
