Transport Turkish Airlines low-cost carrier to launch flights in 2024 By Reuters November 27, 2023, 5:22 AM AJet AJet will remain based out of Istanbul's Sabiha Gokcen and Ankara's Esenboga airports Turkish Airlines said on Friday its budget carrier AnadoluJet will begin operating next year under the name of AJet and compete in the global low-cost aviation industry. AnadoluJet will conduct its operations under the name “AJet Air Transportation Inc” as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Turkish Airlines, starting at the end of March 2024, it said in a statement. “We fully believe that AJet, with its new name, will become an important part of the low-cost aviation industry on a global scale,” Turkish Airlines chairman Ahmet Bolat was quoted as saying. AJet will remain based out of Istanbul’s Sabiha Gokcen and Ankara’s Esenboga airports. The parent company said it plans to operate as eco-friendly and will enter the low-cost market with an innovative perspective. “By simplifying the services offered and utilizing an economy class configuration, the company aims to reflect the cost advantage in ticket prices, making air transportation services accessible to a broader audience,” it said. Register now: It’s easy and free AGBI registered members can access even more of our unique analysis and perspective on business and economics in the Middle East. Why sign uP Exclusive weekly email from our editor-in-chief Personalised weekly emails for your preferred industry sectors Read and download our insight packed white papers Access to our mobile app Prioritised access to live events Register for free Already registered? Sign in I’ll register later
