Avion Express Completes Certification Flights for Brazilian AOC Approval
After successfully completing its certification phase, Avion Express is nearing its official launch in Brazil. The company will operate under the ACMI model, leasing aircraft to other airlines.
Avion Express, part of the Avia Solutions Group, has successfully completed its certification flights, the final requirement for obtaining the Air Operator Certificate (AOC) for Avion Express Brasil. In December 2024, the company hired 50 pilots and is now awaiting the official issuance of the document by Brazil’s National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC), which will allow it to begin operations in the country.
Final Step Before Launch
According to industry sources, the company emphasized the importance of this achievement and expressed gratitude to the team involved in the process:
"We have successfully completed the certification flights, the final step in obtaining the AOC for Avion Express Brasil. We now await official confirmation of the document to launch our operations in Brazil. We thank our team for their dedication, and we will soon share further updates on our official debut."
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Certification Flight Details
The certification flights began on Monday, January 27, with an Airbus A320 (registration PR-MLD). Departing from São José dos Campos (SP), where the airline’s maintenance base is located, the aircraft flew to Campinas/Viracopos (SP) and made stops at the following airports:
- Salvador (BA)
- Rio de Janeiro/Galeão (RJ)
- Curitiba/Afonso Pena (PR)
- Belo Horizonte/Confins (MG)
- Brasília (DF)
- Florianópolis (SC)
The aircraft returned to São José dos Campos on January 30, successfully completing all required tests.
Avion Express Brasil’s Business Model
Unlike traditional airlines, Avion Express Brasil will not operate its own passenger or cargo flights. Instead, it will follow an ACMI leasing model, providing aircraft, crew, maintenance, and insurance to other airlines.
The certification process is a key requirement for new airlines, ensuring compliance with operational procedures and regulatory standards before launching commercial activities.
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