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Flybondi Plans Record Summer Buildout After Ownership Change Restores Confidence

Government relief on foreign payment timelines with new funding reopened lessor and maintenance channels, enabling a larger ACMI program for the peak months.

Overview

  • From December to March, the carrier targets about 15,000 flights—roughly 40% more than last season—and forecasts 2.8 million passengers, up 56%.
  • The seasonal fleet rises to 24 aircraft with 13 owned and 10 wet‑leased, using Avion Express and AlbaStar again and adding ETF Airways.
  • Operational reliability has rebounded to roughly 99% after last year’s cancellations, with on‑time performance at about 98% on a 60‑minute metric and 60–70% on the 15‑minute standard.
  • The network mix shifts to roughly 70% domestic and 30% international, with nearly 35% of ACMI flying on routes the airline did not operate before and a stronger role for Córdoba as a second hub.
  • Management cites a $90 million ACMI investment, fares up about 18–20% this year in line with inflation, and ongoing pressure from roughly 75% dollar‑linked costs and high taxes.