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FLY91 adds Solapur to its growing network

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~Booking is live for FLY91’s Goa–Solapur route

~ With the new route, FLY91 now connects eight destinations across India.

~ The route unlocks air access to five major pilgrimage centres popular among travellers from Maharashtra and the Konkan region.

Panaji, May 2025 – FLY91, India’s pure-play regional airline, will soon have direct flights between Goa and Solapur, further strengthening its commitment to enhancing last-mile air connectivity across underserved regions in India. With this addition, FLY91 connects eight destinations across the country, including four in Maharashtra, namely Pune, Jalgaon, Sindhudurg and now, Solapur. 

Bookings for the Goa–Solapur route have gone live. 

By offering a safe, time-efficient and reliable mode of transport, FLY91 has made Goa’s vibrant tourism and Solapur’s spiritual and industrial potential easily accessible for travellers from both regions.

Solapur, a key textile and industrial centre in south-western Maharashtra, also serves as the gateway to five revered pilgrimage sites in the western Indian state. With FLY91’s direct flights from Goa, travellers and pilgrims can now conveniently access religious and cultural heritage destinations such as Pandharpur (Vitthal-Rukmini Temple), Tuljapur (Tulja Bhavani Temple), Akkalkot (Swami Samarth Maharaj Temple), Gangapur (Sri Narasimha Saraswati Swami Math) and the Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga, important spiritual hubs attracting millions of visitors annually from Maharashtra and other parts of the country. 

“The launch of the Goa–Solapur route will highlight FLY91’s focus on improving connectivity to traditionally underserved destinations,” said Manoj Chacko, MD and CEO of FLY91. “Solapur is not only a key centre of industry but also a critical node in Maharashtra’s pilgrimage circuit. Our flights will make it easier for pilgrims, as well as business and leisure travellers alike, to move between these regions comfortably,” he further stated. 

FLY91 is thankful to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of Maharashtra, Director General of Civil Aviation, Airport Authority of India, Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited and other stakeholders who continue to support us as we expand into Solapur. 

Based out of Manohar International Airport in Goa, FLY91 currently connects key regional centres such as Hyderabad and Pune with tier II and tier III destinations including Jalgaon, Sindhudurg and Goa.

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FLY91 Launches Direct Goa–Solapur Flights, Strengthening Regional Air Connectivity Across Maharashtra

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FLY91, India’s fast-growing regional airline, has expanded its network with the launch of direct flights between Goa and Solapur. This latest addition underscores the airline’s continued commitment to improving last-mile connectivity and linking underserved destinations across the country.

With Solapur now on its route map, FLY91 connects a total of eight destinations, including four in Maharashtra—Pune, Jalgaon, Sindhudurg, and now Solapur. The airline’s strategic focus on regional cities is helping bridge critical gaps in India’s aviation ecosystem, making air travel more accessible and efficient.

This new direct service connects two important centers—Goa, India’s premier beach and tourism destination, and Solapur, a culturally rich city in southwestern Maharashtra. Solapur holds historical, religious, and industrial significance and serves as a major access point to five renowned pilgrimage sites: Pandharpur, Tuljapur, Akkalkot, Gangapur, and Bhimashankar. The new flight is expected to particularly benefit religious tourists, many of whom previously relied on long and less convenient modes of travel.

According to Manoj Chacko, MD and CEO of FLY91, “This launch showcases FLY91’s mission to enhance connectivity to vital but traditionally underserved destinations.” The Goa–Solapur route is not only a boost to religious tourism, but also supports business, academic, and leisure travel between the two regions. With Solapur’s strong presence in the textile industry and Goa’s growing role as a technology and lifestyle hub, the connection is set to foster greater regional collaboration.

The airline also expressed its gratitude to key stakeholders including the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the Government of Maharashtra, whose support has been crucial in enabling this growth. FLY91 continues to operate from Manohar International Airport (Mopa) in Goa, where it is steadily strengthening its presence as a regional hub for western and southern India.

Bookings for the Goa–Solapur route are now open, offering passengers a quicker, more reliable alternative to road or rail journeys. With regional air travel playing an increasingly important role in India’s transportation landscape, FLY91 is well-positioned to lead the charge in connecting Bharat’s heartlands with speed, safety, and comfort.

To explore schedules or make bookings, passengers can visit www.fly91.in.

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India’s IndiGo Soars to New Heights as World’s Most Valuable Airline

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In a remarkable achievement, IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has surpassed Delta Air Lines to become the world’s most valuable airline, with a market capitalization of $23 billion ¹. This milestone marks a significant turning point for the Indian aviation industry, showcasing the country’s growing influence in the global market.

Key Factors Behind IndiGo’s Success
Several factors have contributed to IndiGo’s remarkable success:

  • Lean Cost Structure: IndiGo’s low-cost carrier model has enabled the airline to maintain competitive ticket prices while ensuring efficient operations ².
  • Smart Fleet Expansion: The airline’s strategic decision to add new-generation aircraft has boosted fuel efficiency and reduced maintenance costs ².
  • Robust Market Share: IndiGo’s dominant position in India’s domestic air travel market, with a 60% share, has provided a solid foundation for its growth ³.
  • Aggressive Expansion: The airline’s plans to strengthen its international footprint with new routes to Europe, Asia, and the Middle East are expected to drive further growth [2).

A New Era for Indian Aviation
IndiGo’s achievement sends a strong message about India’s economic trajectory and its increasing influence in global industries. As the Indian government continues to support the aviation sector through initiatives like the UDAN scheme, Indian airlines are poised to play a more significant role in the global market

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AIR INDIA AND LUFTHANSA GROUP TAKE THEIR PARTNERSHIP TO NEW HEIGHTS

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In a significant move to enhance their longstanding partnership, Air India and Lufthansa Group have announced a major expansion of their codeshare agreement. This development is set to boost flight options and connectivity for travelers between the Indian Subcontinent and Europe, with the addition of nearly 60 codeshare routes across 12 Indian and 26 European cities.

The expanded partnership increases the total number of codeshare routes between Air India, Lufthansa, and SWISS from 55 to nearly 100. Furthermore, the new agreement between Air India and Austrian Airlines adds 26 codeshare routes, providing greater choice, convenience, and seamless experiences to travelers from both regions.

Air India will now offer its customers a total of 26 destinations across Europe and 3 destinations in the Americas beyond its gateways in Europe (Frankfurt, Vienna, and Zurich). Lufthansa Group carriers will also add their respective designator codes to Air India’s international services to 3 destinations from Delhi and Mumbai: Kathmandu, Melbourne, and Sydney.

Customers of Lufthansa Group will now be able to connect to Air India’s domestic services to or from 15 points within India, including major cities like Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, and Mumbai.

As members of Star Alliance, Air India and the three Lufthansa Group carriers will continue to offer frequent flyers the opportunity to earn and redeem points/miles on all four airlines. Elite status holders of Air India’s Maharaja Club and Lufthansa Group’s Miles & More programmes will also benefit from Star Alliance Gold benefits, including priority services, extra baggage allowance, and airport lounge access across the world.

The expansion of the codeshare partnership is a significant step forward in the relationship between Air India and Lufthansa Group. As Nipun Aggarwal, Chief Commercial Officer, Air India, noted, “Our goal is to enable our customers to travel from any corner of the world to another via Air India and its partner airlines. The expansion of our partnership with Lufthansa Group is a step in that direction, and we are pleased to take this long-standing relationship to the next level.”

Dieter Vranckx, Chief Commercial Officer, Lufthansa Group, added, “We are thrilled to strengthen our partnership with Air India and elevate the travel experience for our joint customers. By further enhancing our cooperation, we will increase the travel options between Europe and India and offer our passengers improved access to additional destinations.”

Subject to regulatory approvals, the codeshare flights will be progressively made available for sale through the airlines’ respective booking channels.