About
Air India Express is a budget airline based in India, established as a subsidiary of Air India. Here is a brief history of Air India Express: Founding and Early Years: Founded: The airline was established on April 29, 2005. Ownership: Air India Express is a subsidiary of Air India. It was created to cater to the growing demand for low-cost flights, especially on international routes. Purpose: It was primarily formed to operate flights on regional and international routes, focusing on destinations in the Gulf countries and Southeast Asia. These routes were chosen due to the significant number of Indian expatriates working in those regions. First Flights: Inaugural Flight: The airline's first flight took off on April 29, 2005, from Thiruvananthapuram to Abu Dhabi. Initially, the airline focused on serving the Middle East, which is home to a large number of Indian migrant workers, offering affordable air travel options. Fleet and Growth: Fleet: Air India Express started with a fleet of Boeing 737-800 aircraft, which remains the backbone of its operations. Over time, the airline expanded its fleet to meet growing demand. Network Expansion: The airline gradually expanded its network to cover multiple destinations across the Gulf, Southeast Asia, and some domestic routes in India. As of recent years, the airline continues to focus on international budget travel, primarily catering to the Indian diaspora. Challenges and Developments: Competition: As a budget airline, Air India Express faces competition from other low-cost carriers in India and the Gulf region. Airline Restructuring: Air India Express was impacted by the overall financial struggles of its parent company, Air India, but it has remained a key player in the low-cost sector. Mergers and Changes: In 2020, Air India and Air India Express were both under the same group, Air India Group. The government of India announced plans to privatize Air India, which may affect Air India Express as well. Current Status: Air
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