Fly91 Plans Fleet Expansion to More Than 60 Aircraft, Eyes 50-City Network

India's regional aviation market continues to have limited air connectivity, with only around 3% of intercity journeys taking place by air, according to news reports.  

The company estimates that the country could require more than 200 additional regional aircraft as passenger traffic expands beyond major metropolitan centres. 

Fly91 Eyes Network Expansion 

According to Manoj Chacko, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fly91, the company plans to increase its presence in the regional aviation segment by connecting around 50 cities over the next 5 to 6 years.  

The airline currently operates 6 ATR turboprop aircraft across 12 destinations and runs about 280 flights every week.  

Its proposed expansion includes locations such as Jalgaon, Sholapur, Sindhudurg, Agatti and Kullu, where scheduled air services remain limited. 

Turboprop Fleet Helps Contain Fuel Costs 

The airline operates an all-ATR fleet, which consumes less fuel than larger jet aircraft on shorter routes. According to Fly91, fuel costs typically account for around 22% to 23% of its revenue.  

Following the recent rise in aviation turbine fuel prices, this ratio increased to around 28% to 30%, while jet operators generally report fuel costs in the range of 32% to 40% of revenue. 

Industry Points to Demand Beyond Metro Routes 

ATR currently has around 70 aircraft in service with Indian airlines and manufactures about 40 aircraft each year, with annual global sales of 50 to 60 units.  

The company assembles its aircraft in Toulouse, France, and supplies operators across nearly 100 countries.  

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Conclusion 

Air traffic in India remains concentrated in a relatively small number of cities, leaving several regional routes with limited connectivity. Airlines focused on smaller destinations continue to see room for network expansion as domestic aviation infrastructure develops. 

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