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Akasa Air joins IATA after safety audit milestone

By Startup Enthusiast · 9 January 2026

What they do

Akasa Air operates commercial passenger flights across domestic and international routes using a modern fleet of Boeing aircraft

The airline secured membership in the International Air Transport Association after successfully completing the required operational safety audit

This milestone aligns the carrier with major global airlines and supports its ongoing expansion in the aviation sector

Akasa Air has officially become a member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) after completing the mandatory IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA).
The admission makes Akasa Air the fifth Indian airline to join the global aviation body, joining carriers like Air India, Air India Express, IndiGo, and SpiceJet.
IATA represents over 360 member airlines globally, which account for more than 80 per cent of worldwide air traffic.
Through this membership, the airline aims to participate in industry dialogues regarding safety management, digital transformation, and sustainable aviation.
Separately, the airline experienced operational disruptions on routes such as Pune to Bengaluru due to technical snags and delays.

Membership in IATA enhances the global credibility of the young carrier as it continues to expand its domestic and international footprint.
India represents a massive aviation market, with the sector generating $53.6 billion in financial impact and sustaining 7.7 million employment opportunities.

Akasa Air operates as a low-cost commercial passenger airline connecting numerous domestic destinations and international cities.
The company generates revenue primarily through passenger ticket sales, cargo transport, and an expanding ecosystem of ancillary products and services.
The airline maintains a fleet of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft powered by fuel-efficient CFM LEAP-1B engines.
Corporate offerings include specialized programs and partnerships designed to accommodate business travellers across its expanding network.

The airline aims to operate a fleet of 226 new Boeing 737 MAX aircraft over a period of ten years.
Management targets positioning the company among the top 30 airlines globally by the turn of the decade.

Premji Invest (participated) — Institutional investor providing capital to support long-term stability.
360 ONE Asset (participated) — Institutional investor backing the company's expansion plans.
Claypond Capital (participated) — Institutional investor involved in funding the airline.

Customers: Travellers booking domestic and regional flights
How it makes money: Sells passenger air tickets and related travel services
What sets it apart: Emphasis on customer experience, safety, reliability, and newer aircraft