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Centrum Air to Launch Tashkent–Colombo Flights in December 2024

Centrum Air (Uzbekistan) has announced the launch of a new route connecting Tashkent to Colombo, Sri Lanka, starting on December 15, 2024. The flights will be operated using the airline’s modern Airbus A321neo aircraft, offering passengers an efficient and comfortable travel option between the two cities.

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Centrum Air to Launch Hub-and-Spoke Model in Tashkent

Centrum Air (Uzbekistan) has announced a strategic shift to a hub-and-spoke model starting from its summer 2025 schedule, positioning Tashkent as a major transit hub connecting East and West. This transformative initiative will be supported by a significant fleet expansion, set to more than double the airline’s capacity by July 2025.

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My Freighter Plans Global Expansion with New AOCs and Fleet Growth

My Freighter (Uzbekistan) has unveiled ambitious plans to globalize its operations, including obtaining Air Operator Certificates (AOCs) in Hungary and Saudi Arabia. As part of this strategy, the carrier also aims to expand its fleet to 20 cargo aircraft by 2026, strengthening its position in the global air cargo market.

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Qanot Sharq Launches New Tashkent-Sanya Route with A321neo

Qanot Sharq, an airline based in Uzbekistan, has officially launched its new route from Tashkent to Sanya, with the inaugural flight taking place on November 4, 2024. This new service, operated by an Airbus A321neo, connects Uzbekistan’s capital with the popular tourist destination of Sanya in China’s Hainan province. The route aims to facilitate travel between Central Asia and one of…

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FlyKhiva to Begin Domestic Flights in Uzbekistan with Leased B757s

FlyKhiva, an emerging airline based in Uzbekistan, is preparing to commence domestic operations from Tashkent to five major Uzbek cities in December 2024. To support this expansion, the carrier has secured two Boeing 757 aircraft on lease from Icelandair. These B757s will enable FlyKhiva to cover regional routes effectively, offering passengers enhanced connectivity within Uzbekistan. This move signals FlyKhiva’s intent to establish…