Avion Express, a leading Lithuanian ACMI and charter operator, has entered into a strategic partnership with PLAY, the low-cost Icelandic airline, for the summer 2025 season. This collaboration signals PLAY’s intent to scale up seasonal capacity while leveraging Avion Express’s operational flexibility and aircraft availability. Although specific terms and fleet assignments have not been publicly disclosed, the…
PLAY, the Icelandic low-cost airline, has announced the continuation of its ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) agreement with SkyUp Malta for four aircraft, extending the arrangement through 2027. This move solidifies PLAY’s operational capacity and network flexibility as it scales up during peak travel seasons.
PLAY (Iceland) reported carrying 98,863 passengers in December 2024, reflecting an 18% year-on-year reduction. Despite the decline in passenger numbers, the airline achieved a load factor (LF) of 78.9%, marking an improvement of 2.7 percentage points compared to the same period last year.
PLAY (Iceland) reported carrying 99,393 passengers in November 2024, reflecting a 17% decline compared to the same month last year. Despite the drop in passenger numbers, the airline achieved a 7.9-point increase in load factor (LF), which rose to 82.4%.
Icelandic airline PLAY has applied for an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) in Malta, with approval expected by spring 2025.
