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Asman Airlines Expands Fleet With Third Dash 8-400 Delivery

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Asman Airlines, Kyrgyzstan’s new national carrier, has strengthened its fleet with the arrival of its third De Havilland Dash 8-400 turboprop. The aircraft, formerly operated by Horizon Air, carries the manufacturer serial number (MSN) 4452 and is registered as EX-21003. Delivery was confirmed by parent company Airports of Kyrgyzstan, with the aircraft arriving at its home base in Bishkek (Manas) on September 2,…

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Asman Airlines Secures $55M Financing For First Narrowbody Fleet

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Asman Airlines, a subsidiary of Airports of Kyrgyzstan, has secured $55 million in financing to expand its fleet with its first narrowbody aircraft. The deal, backed by the Eurasian Development Bank, the Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund, and state-owned OJSC Eldik Bank, will allow the carrier to add either Airbus A320/A321 or Boeing 737NG models to its fleet. The financing agreement is expected to close in September 2025, following…

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Jetcraft Delivers Third DHC8-400 To Asman Airlines

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Jetcraft Commercial, a U.S.-based aircraft sales and leasing company, has announced the successful delivery of a third De Havilland DHC8-400 (Q400) aircraft to Asman Airlines of Kyrgyzstan. This marks a continued partnership between the two companies as Asman expands its regional operations across Central Asia.

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Moldova Considers Banning 22 Russian Airlines

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Moldova is reportedly considering a ban on the operations of 22 Russian airlines and several carriers from other countries, including Armenia, Kyrgyzstan, and Iran. The move is part of an effort to align Moldova’s aviation policies with international standards and address regulatory concerns surrounding these airlines.

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Asman Airlines Plans Airbus Leases for European Routes

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Asman Airlines (Kyrgyzstan) has unveiled plans to lease two Airbus aircraft—either A320s or A321s—in 2025 to support its ambitions for launching routes to Europe. This initiative is contingent on the airline’s removal from the EU Air Safety List, a prerequisite for operating within European airspace.

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Air KG Transitions to State-Owned Enterprise to Boost Efficiency

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Air KG, a Kyrgyzstani airline, has officially transitioned to a state-owned enterprise, a strategic move aimed at enhancing management efficiency, optimizing the use of financial resources, and strengthening its control systems. This transformation is intended to support Air KG’s operational goals and aligns with the Kyrgyz government’s commitment to improving the oversight and effectiveness of its national carriers, ensuring…

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Kyrgyzstan Introduces Moratorium on Airline Certification to Enhance Aviation Standards

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In a move to elevate aviation standards, Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov has signed a decree introducing a moratorium on the registration and issuance of operator certificates for new airlines. This decision aims to strengthen Kyrgyzstan’s national aviation system, bringing it in line with international safety and operational requirements. By temporarily halting new certifications, the government…

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Asman Airlines Adds Q400 to Fleet to Enhance Regional Connectivity

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Asman Airlines, based in Kyrgyzstan, has expanded its fleet with the recent addition of a Bombardier Q400 aircraft. The new aircraft, identified by serial number 4459 and powered by PW150A engines, is expected to strengthen Asman Airlines’ regional network by providing efficient, reliable service on short to medium-haul routes within Central Asia.