Australian-based passenger airline Skytrans, a subsidiary of Avia Solutions Group and the group’s first ACMI provider in Australia, has strengthened its fleet with the addition of a second Airbus A319 aircraft.
The introduction of a second Airbus A319 is an important part of Skytrans’ broader development plan to expand ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) operations and reinforce its position in the Australian market as a reliable and flexible partner.
Offering a narrow-body Airbus A319, dedicated to ACMI aircraft lease and charter operations, Skytrans will enable regional carriers to operate more flights, add more routes, or evaluate new ones. It will also help replace aircraft that need maintenance without affecting scheduled flights.
The new aircraft is available for immediate ACMI leasing deployment and charter services in Perth, offering a dependable solution for carriers facing seasonal demand spikes, maintenance downtime, disruption coverage or short-term capacity gaps.
Fully supported by experienced crew, certified maintenance, and global insurance coverage, the second Airbus A319 ensures smooth integration into any airline operation.
With the growing demand for passenger flights in Australia, airlines are forced to look for flexible solutions to meet passengers’ expectations.
The ACMI model enables carriers to quickly scale their capacity during peak travel seasons, helping them navigate market fluctuations and boost profitability by 2–3%.
Gytis Gumuliauskas, managing director and CEO at Skytrans, said: “Adding the second Airbus A319 is more than a fleet expansion.
“It will upgrade our operational capabilities, increasing our capacity and flexibility. This step strengthens our ACMI aviation services, enabling us to adapt to client’s operational needs and offer more agile, cost-effective solutions.”
According to the Bureau of Infrastructure and Transport Research Economics (BITRE) report, the total domestic air passenger travel in Australia is projected to grow by approximately 2.6% per year and the total domestic passenger numbers through Australian airports are expected to grow by around 2.2% annually, surpassing 237 million passengers by 2050.
To meet this growing demand and strengthen its market position, Skytrans has been strategically expanding its fleet capabilities throughout 2025.
