Avia Solutions Group is Starting 2025 with Impressive Achievements

Starting 2025 fresh and with new goals, we immersed ourselves in the aviation industry with full power. This year FL Technics and FL Technics Indonesia received the prestigious TOP Employers 2025 certification, which proves that the success comes from a company’s culture that puts employee well-being and community building first. KlasJet shared insights on achieving substantial growth in ACMI aviation business last year, with block hours and passenger numbers almost tripling. Whilst Copenhagen hosted fashion week, the Aviator Airport Alliance added a touch of Danish design glamour to the newly renovated business lounge, that was opened at Copenhagen Airport (CPH). We also marked a new acquisition by Ascend Airways UK, which announced the addition of a Boeing 737 MAX 8 to its fleet. Last but not least, we can announce that FL Technics Indonesia has been approved by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) of Australia.

We are sharing our latest achievements and offering a glimpse into aviation professionals’ insights. Check out the latest news!

FL Technics Receives TOP Employers Award

FL Technics and FL Technics Indonesia, both part of the global aviation services leader Avia Solutions Group, received the prestigious TOP Employers 2025 certification. While FL Technics Indonesia earned this recognition for the first time, FL Technics has been named a top employer for the second time.

"We are constantly growing and evolving, with particularly rapid expansion planned this year in Southeast Asia and Latin America. Over the past six years, through the efforts of a strong team, FL Technics Indonesia has consistently achieved annual revenue growth of 15-20 percent. Our success lies in a company culture focused on employee well-being, professional development, and community building. We strive to ensure that every employee feels valued and has opportunities to grow alongside the company," says FL Technics CEO Zilvinas Lapinskas.

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KlasJet's ACMI Services Achieve Record Growth in 2024

KlasJet, a well-known exclusive private and corporate jet charter company and part of the world's largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) providers, the Avia Solutions Group family, achieved substantial expansion last year. There was a huge increase in ACMI aviation business, with block hours and passenger numbers almost tripling.

Last year, compared to 2023, total number of passengers of KlasJet as ACMI leasing company, increased almost threefold, reaching 1.2 million. ?This impressive result was caused by having more flights, improved preparation for all projects, and strategic expansion. The increased experience and professional team meant we could operate more smoothly and have fewer issues. We were not afraid of programs with extremely high aircraft utilization, sometimes even exceeding 450 block hours per aircraft per month,“ says Augustinas Riskus, Deputy Chief Commercial Officer at KlasJet.

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Aviator Reopens Renovated Lounge at Copenhagen Airport

Aviator Airport Alliance, a full-range provider of aviation services across the Nordics and a member of Avia Solutions Group, has announced the reopening of its newly renovated business lounge at Copenhagen Airport (CPH). This lounge has long been an essential part of the airport’s ecosystem, welcoming tens of thousands of passengers annually. After a brief closure for renovations, the lounge has been completely redesigned to meet the needs of today’s travelers.

“This was a multi-layered project that required expertise across several areas, and I’m incredibly grateful to our team for managing it all so smoothly. Finally, we can welcome our guests to a lounge that is not only beautifully and thoughtfully designed but also aligns with Aviator’s belief in sustainable practices,” shared Patrik Bayardo, Head of Hospitality at Aviator Airport Alliance.

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How Growing Pilot Shortage Predictions from 2023 and 2024 Highlight the Need for Increased Training in 2025

For the past four years or so, the continuous pilot shortage has been one of the aviation industry's enduring problems. Although some thought it was a temporary issue, the development in the pilot shortage forecasts over the past few years has shown that the gap is still getting wider. While fully solving the problem might take years, pilot training academies and partnerships with airlines can help guarantee the industry’s long-term viability.?

In 2023, industry leaders were already sounding the alarm about the pilot shortage. Experts predicted a shortage of between 613,000-649,000 pilots worldwide for 2023-2042, aggravated by the lingering effects of the pandemic on training schedules and hiring freezes –with regions like Europe, Asia-Pacific, and North America expected to be the hardest hit.

"2023 was a turning point for the majority of the industry – the infrastructure for pilot training had a hard time keeping up with the increase in demand while airlines were recuperating from the pandemic," explained Marijus Ravoitis, CEO at BAA Training, one of Europe’s leading approved training organizations. "This was an early warning sign of a much larger issue at hand. Which, looking at it today, is still prevalent.”?

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Ascend Airways UK Expands Fleet with Boeing 737 MAX 8

Ascend Airways UK, a subsidiary airline of Avia Solutions Group – the largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider, has announced the addition of a Boeing 737 MAX 8 to its fleet. This move strengthens the airline’s position in the UK market and supports its strategic growth initiatives as the airline expands into counter cyclical markets to Europe.

The aircraft, subleased in December 2024 from Avia Solutions Group's subsidiary, SmartLynx, was manufactured in 2017. Speaking about the addition, Alastair Willson, CEO of Ascend Airways UK, commented:

“This aircraft aligns perfectly with our strategy of offering the latest technology and most fuel-efficient aircraft to customers. The MAX 8 reduces CO2 emissions by 20% and has a 40% lower noise footprint compared to previous-generation aircraft. This enables our customers to reduce the environmental impact when adding capacity.”

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Expert Strategies for Handling Unruly Passengers and the Hidden Costs to Aviation Safety

The aviation industry is facing a growing challenge with unruly passengers, as reports show that 70% of these incidents involve aggressive behaviour. Recognizing this, Aviator Airport Alliance is applying expert strategies to address passenger behaviour issues, ensuring a safe and efficient experience for all passengers, crew, and ground handling staff.

Unruly passengers, who disrupt order by failing to follow rules or instructions, pose significant safety risks for themselves and others. Any kind of unruly or disruptive behaviour – whether related to intoxication, aggression, or other factors – introduces an unnecessary risk to aviation safety, potentially leading to severe consequences, including emergency landings. A single flight diversion can cost an airline between €10,000 and €80,000, not to mention the reputational damage and operational delays that follow.

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FL Technics Indonesia Gets Australian Approval, Boosting Aviation and Tourism in Bali

FL Technics Indonesia has achieved a significant milestone with the granting of approval by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) of Australia. This marks the first occasion that CASA has extended this level of approval to FL Technics Indonesia, thereby authorizing the company to deliver a comprehensive range of aviation maintenance services at both I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) in Bali and Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) in Jakarta. The approval underscores FL Technics Indonesia’s commitment to supporting the continued growth and development of the aviation sector, particularly in Bali, a rapidly expanding hub for international air traffic.

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