Avion Express Brasil Launches Operations with Inaugural Charter Flight
The new ACMI-specialized airline takes off in Brazil. Its first service, a charter flight with an A320, marks the beginning of its operations in the region.
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The airline Avion Express Brasil conducted its first commercial flight, marking the formal start of its operations in the Latin American market. According to a company post, the inaugural service was a charter flight operated with an Airbus A320 aircraft.
This first flight is the result of a strategic partnership with the air charter brokerage company Chapman Freeborn Airchartering. The operation solidifies the company's entry into the region after it obtained its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) from Brazil's Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) several months ago.
The airline's business model focuses on ACMI services, an acronym for Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance. This model, also known as wet lease, allows other airlines or clients to contract aircraft capacity with the full operational structure included, offering flexibility to increase seat supply or meet specific transport needs.
The CEO of Avion Express Brasil, Esteban Jauregui Lorda, stated that "the first flight in a new partnership is such a symbolic moment—it means a new beginning, trust, and collaboration." He added that "This is a proud day for our team. I’m sure this is just the start of our ACMI services in the region. We’re growing, recruiting more crew members, and have many exciting projects ahead."
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ACMI business model? ACMI stands for Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance. It is a type of leasing contract, known as a "wet lease," where one airline provides another with a fully operational aircraft, including the necessary crew, maintenance, and insurance.
What aircraft did Avion Express Brasil use for its first flight? The company used a single-aisle Airbus A320 model aircraft for its inaugural commercial flight in the region.
Who did Avion Express Brasil partner with for this flight? The inaugural flight was the result of a collaboration with Chapman Freeborn Airchartering, a renowned global company specializing in charter flight management.
What are the company's plans for the region? Avion Express Brasil plans to continue expanding its ACMI services in Latin America, which includes recruiting more crew members and developing new commercial projects.
The parent company, Avion Express, is one of the world's largest operators in the wet lease segment, and its Brazilian subsidiary aims to replicate this model to serve the demand in the South American market.
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