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Avia Solutions Group ― our history since our inception in 2005

Through years of dedication and commitment, the group has grown substantially through organic growth as well as a series of mergers and acquisitions. Securing key investments has also contributed to the development of what Avia Solutions Group is today ― a leading global aerospace group and the world’s largest ACMI provider.

Years of growth
Major achievements have laid a solid foundation for our success.
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Aug
  • AirExplore signed a contract with Nigeria’s Air Peace to lease four Boeing 737-800 aircraft under a damp-lease agreement from November 2024 to March 2025. The aircraft will be based in Lagos to support the airline’s operational capacity.
  • BBN Airlines Indonesia received regulatory approval to operate in Australian airspace through the issuance of a Foreign Air Transport Air Operators Certificate (FATAOC) from Australia’s Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). This allows BBN Airlines Indonesia to begin commercial operations in Australia, further expanding its capabilities within the Australian and Asian markets.
Jul
  • Magma Aviation expanded its global footprint by opening a new office in Dubai and adding an Airbus A321-200P2F and a Boeing B737-800BCF to its fleet. The new freighters, based in the UAE and the Middle East, will boost cargo transport and enhance global connectivity, while the Dubai office will support the company’s increased operations and growing demand in the region.
  • Baltic Ground Services (BGS) began offering IATA-certified Passenger Ground Services and Airport Ramp Services courses to employees of Avia Solutions Group. These courses, developed in collaboration with Kazimieras Simonavicius University (KSU) and based on IATA-designed programs, are aimed at strengthening employees' expertise in ground handling and logistics.
  • AviaAM Leasing successfully completed a significant project involving the sale of parted-out Pratt & Whitney PW4056-3 engine components. Previously mounted on a B747-400F aircraft, the engine was dismantled in collaboration with ATOPS to market its parts individually.
Jun
  • AirExplore expanded its cargo capacity with the delivery of three B737-800 full freighter aircraft, bringing its fleet total to 17 — 9 for passenger and 8 for cargo services. These particular aircraft, strategically based in Europe and the Middle East, will help the airline use less fuel, reduce CO2 emissions, and lower noise levels.
  • KlasJet achieved IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit) registration, demonstrating its commitment to the highest operational and safety standards. This registration assures partners and passengers of KlasJet’s focus on providing a reliable and secure flying environment, enhancing its appeal as a cooperative partner for international carriers.
  • Baltic Ground Services (BGS) renewed its contracts with Ryanair at three airports, extending their long-standing partnership. Starting April 1, 2024, BGS will continue to provide into-plane fuelling services for Ryanair at Vilnius and Palanga airports in Lithuania, and Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava in the Czech Republic.
May
  • Aviator Airport Alliance, serving 15 airports across the Nordics, received significant honors from Japan Airlines for its Helsinki station. The awards included 'Station of the Year 2022-2023' and special recognition for outstanding ramp handling performance.
  • Avia Solutions Group issued $300 million in senior unsecured bonds with a 5-year tenure at a 9.75% rate. This issuance included refinancing an existing $180 million bond. The surplus funds will be allocated to the Group’s strategic business development initiatives.
  • Avion Express joined the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA) to strengthen its presence in the Latin American market through its subsidiary in Brazil. This achievement reflects the company's commitment to growing its influence in the region.
Apr
  • Avia Solutions Group, through its subsidiary BAA Training, launched the Pilot Runway program — a financed training initiative with a job guarantee. This program, designed to support the organization’s global expansion and growth, will be operated in partnership with the Group’s ACMI companies, beginning with Avion Express.
  • Ascend Airways secured an updated Air Operator Certificate, Type A Operating License, and Route License from the United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), allowing it to commence flights and granting unrestricted access to the UK ACMI and charter market.
  • SmartLynx Airlines invested over 6 million euros in upgrading cabin interiors and improving maintenance processes to enhance customer experience. This investment is part of the airline's cabin upgrade program, which began in 2023, and includes the purchase and installation of Recaro seats, high-quality carpets, and seat covers.
Mar
  • Avia Solutions Group finalized the acquisition of the Australian airline Skytrans, which operates a fleet of 13 regional aircraft and specializes in Regular Public Transport (RPT) and charter operations. With this acquisition, the Group secures an Australian Air Operator Certificate (AOC).
  • BBN Airlines Indonesia received an additional Air Operator Certificate (AOC) for commercial passenger flights from the Indonesia DGCA, reaffirming the airline’s readiness to operate commercial aircraft and deliver safe, reliable, and efficient air travel services to the Indonesian public.
  • AviaAM Leasing transported its second Boeing B777-300ER for passenger-to-freighter conversion, with Mammoth Freighters LLC, a Boeing Licensee, handling the process. Once converted, the aircraft will have the capacity to carry 99.79 tons of cargo on transatlantic routes and is expected to serve EU-USA or China-EU trunk routes.
Feb
  • BBN Airlines Indonesia announced the addition of three Boeing 737-800 fleets and one Boeing 737-400F fleet to strengthen the airline's position in the Indonesian market. This partnership involves the leasing of a 737-800 aircraft, which will be based at Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka, Bangladesh, operating flights to multiple destinations across the Middle East and Asia.
  • KlasJet entered a 3-month-long contract with US-Bangla Airlines Ltd., the largest private airline in Bangladesh. This partnership involved the leasing of a 737-800 aircraft, which was based at Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka, Bangladesh, operating flights to multiple destinations across the Middle East and Asia.
  • AviaAM Leasing announced the successful delivery of a Boeing 747-400F aircraft to the Challenge Group — an international air cargo group comprising eight synergistic divisions and three airlines: Challenge Airlines IL, Challenge Airlines BE, and Challenge Air Cargo. The delivery of the Boeing 747-400F took place in Liege, Belgium.
Jan
  • Avion Express announced the successful integration of an Electronic Technical Log (ETL) system across its fleet. This marked a significant step forward in terms of effectiveness and sustainability for the company, making Avion Express the first airline in Lithuania to completely replace paper logbooks with a state-of-the-art electronic system.
  • Avia Solutions Group signed a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire Australian airline, Skytrans. The acquisition process was set for completion in March 2024, subject to the fulfilment of specific transaction conditions.
Dec
  • Avion Express officially began the process to obtain an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) in Brazil.
  • FL Technics built its second MRO facility, expanding its business portfolio and service capacity in Indonesia.
  • Aviator Airport Alliance announced the expansion of a strategic collaboration with the Lufthansa Group. The expanded arrangement was effective from December 2023 until November 2026 and applies to the Aviator-operated station in Gothenburg, Sweden (GOT).
Nov
  • FL Technics became the first independent AMO (Aircraft Maintenance Organization) service provider at Abu Dhabi Terminal A. This milestone underscored FL Technics' expertise and potential in the region, offering a comprehensive suite of GCAA-certified AMO solutions to airlines operating from this strategic hub.
  • Avia Solutions Group continued its expansion into the Asia-Pacific region with the establishment of BBN Airlines Thailand. After recently submitting the necessary documents and looking forward to receiving the AOL (Air Operator License) soon followed by an AOC certificate in October 2024, BBN Airlines Thailand is prepared to offer fully customized ACMI solutions in the region.
  • BAA Training expanded its aircraft fleet by acquiring 48 Cessna 172 Skyhawks from Textron Aviation. This was an important step in developing the biggest pilot training base in Europe, Spain. The company aims to accommodate up to 1000 students per year.
  • KlasJet announced the commencement of ACMI operations in Canada after obtaining a Canadian Foreign Air Operator Certificate (FAOC).
Oct
  • Chapman Freeborn assisted with the transportation of six Bell helicopters on a singular charter from Greece to Australia. Operated by McDermott Aviation, the Bell214ST and Bell214B helicopters arrived back in Australia on the morning of October 18th 2023, landing at Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport (WTB).
  • Avia Solutions Group joined the United Nations Global Compact initiative — a voluntary leadership platform for the development, implementation, and disclosure of responsible business practices.
  • JETMS Completions acquired Waypoint Aerotec, a certified Design Organization. This strategic move expanded JETMS Completions’ already comprehensive service portfolio, further strengthening its position in both the UK & global aviation market.
Sep
  • BAA Training held the opening ceremony of its brand-new pilot training facility in France, located close to Paris-Orly Airport. This expansion project was primarily inspired by a collaboration with Transavia France and required a 30 million EUR investment. The training center, offering simulator wet and dry lease services, is projected to train at least 2000 pilots annually.
  • BBN Airlines Indonesia joined Indonesia’s aviation market, providing ACMI services as a relatively new concept for the region.
  • FL Technics attained the prestigious certificate as Top Employer for 2023. This recognition, awarded by the Top Employers Institute, reflects FL Technics' continuous effort and investments to create a progressive work environment and ensures the positive wellbeing of the ever-growing team in Lithuania and across the globe.
  • BGS announced the extension of its partnership with Turkish Airlines, the flag carrier of Turkey, for ground handling services at Vilnius International Airport for 3 years. Under the agreement, BGS will handle Turkish Airlines flights twice daily from VNO which rises to three times daily during the summer.
Aug
  • FL Technics Indonesia (PT Avia Technics Dirgantara) and PT Angkasa Pura Properti, together with PT Angkasa Pura I (Persero), started the development of a 17,000 sq. m. aircraft MRO hub, the first at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) in Bali. FL Technics is set to invest US$25 million in the initial stage to undertake an MRO construction and development project set to be finished within a year.
  • Avion Express expanded its fleet to a total of 50 aircraft. This significant accomplishment was attributed to the rising global demand for ACMI services and serves as a testament to the airline's commitment to growth.
  • BGS acquired Naftelf Eesti AS, one of the largest Into-Plane Fuelling companies at Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport. With this acquisition, BGS is expanding and strengthening its presence in the Estonian aircraft market.
Jul
  • Sensus Aero signed a contract with SIA Gulfstream Oil Ltd., a Latvian fuelling company. Under the 6-year-long agreement, Sensus Aero will provide into-plane fuelling software solutions to optimise the company’s operations at Riga International Airport.
  • Avia Solutions Group, one of the world’s largest ACMI providers, has acquired UK-based airline operator Synergy Aviation, Ltd., later to be rebranded, Ascend Airways. The newly purchased business, which has an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) and Type B Operating License from the UK CAA, will enable the Group to strengthen its position in the UK aviation market.
  • BAA Training signed an agreement with the Academy of Civil Aviation of Kazakhstan for consulting services. In line with this strategic partnership, BAA Training aims to support the organization in preparations for European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification, set to take place in 2025.
  • Storm Aviation, part of FL Technics, has signed a 5-year line maintenance contract with Norse Atlantic to perform maintenance services at London-Gatwick Airport. The newly signed agreement sees Storm Aviation perform line maintenance services on the Norse B787 fleet of Trent 1000-powered aircraft.
Jun
  • Following a successful short-term agreement, KlasJet entered into a year-long contract with FlyEgypt, an Egyptian low-cost and charter airline, for wet-leasing services. This partnership involved the leasing of a Boeing aircraft, which will be based at Hurghada International Airport and operate flights to multiple destinations across Europe.
  • Avia Solutions Group acquired the Slovak ACMI and charter airline, AirExplore. The acquisition of the airline, which is based and headquartered in Bratislava, comes as the next step in Avia Solutions Group’s business development plans worldwide.
May
  • BGS signed a new partnership agreement with Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), the flag carrier of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Under the contract BGS will provide the airline with ground handling services at Vilnius Airport for a period of 3 years, starting 1st of May 2023. BGS will support 20-30 flights for SAS per week.
  • JETMS Holdings continued its business expansion after the recent launch of a new hangar space in Kaunas. The company’s subsidiary JetMS Regional (JETMS) will increase maintenance capabilities to offer more quality services based on clients' needs starting from November 2023.
  • Avion Express, planned to expand in South America by establishing an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) under Brazilian regulations for its ACMI / charter airline operations throughout the region.
Apr
  • In quick response to the recently announced changes in European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) guidelines, Aeroclass began offering digital cabin crew training to aviation training organizations, becoming the first in the market to do so.
  • JETMS Holdings broadened its services portfolio, with a primary focus on interior solutions. To facilitate this expansion, JETMS Holdings is opened a new hangar space in Kaunas, Lithuania, to ensure the seamless execution of its enhanced capabilities.
  • AeroTime announced a new collaboration with Revolution.Aero, an Advanced Air Mobility conference, becoming their official media partner.
  • Avia Solutions Group reported financial results for 2022 had doubled: revenue increased to €1,9 billion, EBITDA at €288 million, and adjusted profit totalling €85 million.
Mar
  • AviaAM Leasing announced another delivery of a 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter. This is the fourth aircraft in the Passenger-to-Freighter (P2F) conversion program.
  • BAA Training partnered with Airways Aviation Academy (ESMA), the largest privately owned multidisciplinary aviation academies based in France.
  • Avia Solutions Group became an Irish-based company. The company's financial instruments on the Dublin Stock Exchange were purchased by the world's largest institutional investors from the USA and Europe.
Feb
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary Aviator extended its partnership with Finnair for 5 more years, providing ramp handling services at Helsinki Airport.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary KlasJet began ACMI operations and added 8 Boeing 737-800 aircraft to its fleet.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary Aviator signed a partnership agreement with Lufthansa Group for 5 years, under which the Aviator will be providing ground handling and de-/anti-icing services at Stockholm-Arlanda Airport.
Jan
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary received a certification update with extended CAMO capabilities to service Airbus A220, Boeing B737-MAX, and B787 aircraft.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary BAA Training Vietnam signed a 3-year agreement with Bamboo Airways, defining their cooperation on training initial cadets for MPL program.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary Aviator extended its contract with Turkish Airlines, to provide ground handling and de-icing services at Copenhagen Airport.
Dec
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary Avion Express further strengthened its cooperation with Sky Cana by signing a contract for two additional Airbus A320 aircraft to operate at Puerto Plata Airport.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary AviaAM Leasing acquired two more Boeing 737-800 for Passenger-to-Freighter conversion.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary BAA Training Vietnam, together with Bamboo Airways, launched the first MPL program in Vietnam.
Nov
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary BGS signed a partnership agreement with a Ukrainian carrier SkyUp Airlines.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary KlasJet added Boeing 737 BBJ2 to its exclusive fleet.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary FL Technics Engine Services was approved by US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to provide aircraft engine repair and maintenance services in Kaunas, Lithuania, becoming the first organization in the country and one of the few in a region with such capacity.
Oct
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary Avion Express signed a partnership agreement with a Danish tour operator Bravo Tours.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary AviaAM Leasing became the launch customer for Mammoth Freighters LLC’s (“Mammoth”) new 777-300ERMF freighter conversion with the signing of a conversion agreement for six 777-300ERMF freighters.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary SmartLynx Airlines announced an addition of four A321Fs to its growing cargo fleet, which would bring SmartLynx’s fleet to a total of 15 active aircraft of this type by H1, 2023, with a plan to expand up to 20 by the end of the year.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary FL Technics united group MRO operations under a ‘one brand’ approach worldwide.
Sep
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary BBN Cargo Airlines Holdings set up air cargo operations in Jakarta, Indonesia.
  • Avia Solutions Group introduced Aviation Safety Committee.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary FL Technics launched the line maintenance operations in Abu Dhabi.
Aug
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary Aviator signed a new contract with Wizz Air, further strengthening the successful partnership.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary AviaAM Leasing delivered the third 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter to the lessee.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary KlasJet expanded its service portfolio by adding passenger ACMI to its services list.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary FL Technics signed a new partnership agreement with Saudi Arabia Flag carrier Saudia.
Jul
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary, online aviation learning platform Aeroclass kicked off a new era of learner-centric aviation training with the first-ever subscription model.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary JETMS Completions received FAA approval for Embraer 505 seat maintenance and modification.
Jun
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary Aviator signed a partnership agreement with a Turkish low-cost carrier Pegasus.
  • Avia Solutions Group opened the first and only European aviation innovation valley AeroCity Tech Valley.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary Aeroclass partnered up with FL Technics Training and Storm Aviation and launched a new course to meet the demand for MRO specialists.
May
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary FL Technics Engine Services ventured into the next stage of business development and moved their operations to a brand-new facility in Kaunas.
  • Avia Solutions Group formed a new partnership with Jetex to provide FBO services at Biggin Hill Airport.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary Aviator signed a new contract with an Icelandic low-cost carrier PLAY.
Apr
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary FL Technics entered the wheels and brakes maintenance segment and launched a dedicated business line and a specialized shop in Hanover, Germany.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary FL Technics and China Aviation Aftermarket Holdings (CAAM) joint venture FL ARI added Boeing B737 base maintenance to its capabilities.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary JETMS Completions launched first-of-its-kind aircraft exterior-interior maintenance programme.
  • Avia Solutions Group holding Digital Aero Technologies invested 750k euros in the up-and-coming EV marketplace and community platform EVmotors.eu.
Mar
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary RAS rebranded to JETMS Completions, joining JETMS Group.
  • Avia Solutions Group holding Digital Aero Technologies invested €2.3 million into new-gen aviation software expert Sensus Aero.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary SmartLynx Airlines introduced the first Airbus A330-300 freighters to its fleet.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary Avion Express partnered with Lufthansa Group’s Eurowings as a long-term ACMI provider.
Feb
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary Aviator signed a new contract with Eurowings, providing the airlines with ground handling and de-icing services at Stockholm Arlanda airport.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary BAA Training launched a new pilot training program in cooperation with ENAC.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary FL Technics added two new extensions to their MRO capabilities.
Jan
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary Bluebird Nordic leased three Boeing 777-6300ER passenger aircraft to be converted and utilized as cargo aircraft in 2024.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary FL Technics’ Engine Services received ISO EN 9110:2018 approval, certifying teams’ operations to serve CFM family engines at full scale.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiaries Aeroclass, BGS, and Aviator created a joint ‘Travel Document Checks’ online course for aviation newcomers and professionals.
Dec
  • Avia Solutions Group launched Digital Aero Technologies, a new business unit to unite both digital and technology-focused companies working in aviation.
  • Avia Solutions Group's subsidiary BAA Training Vietnam and Bamboo Airways Ink signed a long-term agreement. Under this contract, Bamboo Airways pledges to prioritise using full flight simulator (FFS) A320/1 lease service of BAA Training Vietnam.
  • Avia Solutions Group has formed a strategic partnership with Certares Management through a €300 million investment in the Group.
Nov
  • Avia Solutions Group's subsidiary BAA Training Spain begins training pilots on a brand-new B737 MAX Full Flight Simulator.
  • Avia Solutions Group's subsidiary FL Technics and Wizz Air, Europe’s leading low-cost carrier, signed an agreement covering partnership for base maintenance solutions.
  • Avia Solutions Group has announced the financial results for the first 9 months of 2021. The Group's revenue was €668 million, EBITDA was €95 million, and the Group's net profit was €37 million.
Oct
  • Avia Solutions Group acquires Biggin Hill Hangar Company Limited, a premium Fixed Base Operations (FBO) and Maintenance Repair & Overhaul (MRO) centre of operations at London Biggin Hill Airport.
  • Avia Solutions Group's subsidiary AviaAM Leasing delivers its first 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter to the lessee – Bluebird Nordic.
  • Avia Solutions Group's subsidiary Aviator signs a partnership agreement with Ryanair for ground handling services.
Sep
  • Avia Solutions Group enters into a strategic partnership with Certares Management LLC through a €300 million investment in the Group
  • Avia Solutions Group's subsidiary JETMS announces the receipt of its new Maintenance Organisation Approval Certificate (MOAC) issued by the United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to conduct base and line MRO services on Embraer EMB135/145 aircraft.
  • Avia Solutions Group's company BAA Training launches a new Boeing 737 MAX Type Rating Program. The full flight simulator is to be used in BAA Training centre in Spain, Barcelona.
  • Avia Solutions Group's subsidiary Aeroclass attracts 1.2 million USD in seed funding from AeroCity Tech Ventures.
Aug
  • Icelandic cargo airline Bluebird Nordic, a family member of Avia Solutions Group, announces the plan to add 25 x B737-800 aircraft to the company’s existing fleet by the end of 2024.
  • Avia Solutions Group‘s subsidiary company SmartLynx enters into a long-term commercial agreement with Royal Air Maroc.
  • Storm Aviation Limited, a subsidiary of FL Technics, acquires Manchester-based Chevron Technical Services Ltd and Chevron Aircraft Maintenance Ltd providing aerospace solutions to the aircraft maintenance industry.
  • AeroCity Tech Ventures, a fund established by Avia Solutions Group, invests 20 million euros in aviation start-ups to promote the development of modern solutions for the aviation sector.
Jul
  • Avia Solutions Group's subsidiary BAA Training secures €31 million financing by signing an agreement with UK Export Finance (UKEF) and Apple Bank for Savings. The deal will facilitate the acquisition of 10 new simulators, which will be installed in BAA Training's brand new facility in Barcelona – BAA Training Spain.
  • Wright International, a subsidiary of FL Technics, announces a maintenance partnership with Flair Airlines, covering line maintenance services for the fleet of 13 Boeing B737 MAX 8 aircraft at Toronto Pearson Airport and the Region of Waterloo International Airport.
  • Avia Solutions Group's subsidiary Aviator Airport Services extends a partnership agreement with FedEx for ground handling services for three more years.
  • Avia Solutions Group's subsidiary AviaAM Leasing adds its first 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter (BCF) to the fleet.
Jun
  • Avia Solutions Group celebrates the opening of Aviators' Square and the reveal of The Triumphant Bull - the largest bronze bull sculpture in the world.
  • Avia Solutions Group's subsidiary SmartLynx announces the introduction of the first A321F to be introduced to the SmartLynx line-up of A320 and A321 aircraft. It's also the first freighter aircraft registered in Malta.
  • Avia Solutions Group creates first of its kind architectural project - an office building with a Bombardier CRJ 200 business jet inside.
May
  • Avia Solutions Group‘s subsidiary Aviator Airport Alliance signs a partnership agreement with a new Norwegian airline Flyr for ground handling services.
  • Avia Solutions Group‘s subsidiary, ACMI and charter operator SmartLynx Airlines Malta lands into long-haul market and adds 5 Airbus A330 aircraft for cargo operations.
  • Avia Solutions Group‘s subsidiary FL Technics becomes a one-stop shop for CFM56 family engine repair by adding EASA Part 145 approved engine repair and maintenance services.
  • Avia Solutions Group‘s subsidiary, aviation academy BAA Training expands further in Spain and establishes a new MRO organization Avia Repair Co which will operate in Lleida-Alguaire International Airport.
Apr
  • Avia Solutions Group‘s subsidiary Aviator Airport Alliance continues successful partnership with Finnair, providing ground handling services at Helsinki airport.
  • Avia Solutions Group‘s subsidiary, aviation academy BAA Training Spain starts pilot training with the first Airbus A320 full flight simulator.
  • Avia Solutions Group‘s subsidiary, MRO company JET MS launches a new line maintenance station in Nice, France.
Mar
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary Jet MS acquires RAS Group and extends its services to London Biggin Hill Airport.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary FL Technics partners with MAAS Aviation to create world class re-delivery centre in Kaunas, Lithuania.
Feb
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary Intradco Global, the world’s leading equine, livestock and exotics transportation air charter specialist, expands into Canada and the United Arab Emirates, opening physical offices in Toronto and Dubai.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary SmartLynx Malta and DHL Express sign a partnership agreement. SmartLynx Malta supports Express Division of Deutsche Post DHL Group with two Airbus A321-200 freighter aircraft.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary BAA Training becomes one of the first European aviation training providers to start Ab Initio pilot training with integrated Area 100 KSA.
Jan
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary Jet MS receives approval to conduct MRO services on Embraer ERJ135, Embraer ERJ145, Embraer Legacy 600, and Embraer Legacy 650.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s aviation academy BAA Training Spain begins operations.
Dec
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary Storm Aviation Limited acquires UK line station network from SR Technics.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, MRO company FL Technics acquires Wright International and takes a foothold in the Canadian MRO market
Nov
  • Avia Solutions Group’s MRO company’s FL Technics subsidiary FL Technics Engine Services becomes the first approved Part-145 Engine Maintenance Organization for Turbofan Commercial Engine Repair in Lithuanian History.
Oct
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, aviation academy BAA Training Vietnam becomes the first ATO in Vietnam to acquire Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) certification.
Aug
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary AviaAM Leasing acquires Boeing 747-400F nose-loader.
Jun
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, global aircraft charter company Chapman Freeborn acquires ad-hoc air cargo charter company Arcus Air Logistics and on board courier provider Arcus Air OBC from the Arcus Air Group.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, aviation academy BAA Training and HNCA open new aviation training centre in China.
May
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, narrow-body ACMI operator Avion Express Malta, obtains the Part 129 operations specification approval, issued by Federal Aviation Administration.
Apr
  • Avia Solutions Group donates $2M for COVID-19 vaccine transportation.
  • In collaboration with Bluebird Nordic, Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, business aviation company KlasJet adds cargo services to its portfolio.
  • Avia Solutions Group joins the American Chamber of Commerce in Lithuania.
  • Avia Solutions Group subsidiary, Aircraft Maintenance and Engineering Company FL ARI, receives EASA Part 145 Maintenance Organization certification for line maintenance in China.
Mar
  • Avia Solutions Group completes the acquisition of cargo and charter operator BlueBird Nordic.
Feb
  • Avia Solutions Group completes the acquisition of ground handling and fueling company Aviator.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, MRO FL Technics, completes the acquisition of Italian company Flash Line Maintenance and expands its line maintenance network to more than 50 line stations.
  • Avia Solutions Group‘s media and events service branch AeroTime Hub launches a new service to benchmark pilots’ compensation and benefits.
Jan
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, ACMI and charter operator Avion Express, announces the record reach of yearly production results in 2019.
Dec
  • Avia Solutions Group is rated BB by Standard & Poor’s and Fitch with long-term stable outlook.
  • Avia Solutions Group issues bonds, valued $300M.
Nov
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, the largest narrow-body ACMI operator in the world Avion Express receives a Foreign Air Operator Certificate (FAOC).
Oct
  • Avia Solutions Group completes the acquisition of 100% shareholding in Chapman Freeborn Group.
  • Avia Solutions Group establishes additional operational offices with headquarters in Limassol, Cyprus and representative office in Vilnius, Lithuania.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, ACMI and charter operator SmartLynx Malta receives a Foreign Air Operator Certificate (FAOC) issued by the Canadian Minister of Transport.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, pilot and crew training company BAA Training branch in China starts the construction of a modern six full flight simulator aviation training centre.
  • Avia Solutions Group completes the acquisition of Smartlynx Airlines and Avion Express.
  • Avia Solutions Group completes the acquisition of 98,84% shareholding in AviaAM Leasing.
Sep
  • Avia Solutions Group‘s media and events service branch AeroTime Hub establishes one of the largest aviation digital hubs in the world.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, pilot and crew training company BAA Training’s branch in Vietnam receives the Approved Training Organization (ATO) status.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, MRO FL Technics expands its EASA Part-145 approval with Airbus A320neo family type.
Jul
  • Avia Solutions Group and HNCA signs a contract, worth $60M (€53M).
Mar
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, private jet MRO company JET MS becomes one of the first MROs worldwide to provide 7800 landings inspection for BOMBARDIER CL604.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, aviation IT company Locatory announces a launch of a new service for spare parts stock sellers – Locatory Distributor.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, MRO company FL Technics signs a joint operations agreement to open an EASA certified line maintenance station in Dubai International Airport.
Dec
  • Avia Solutions Group’s MRO company FL Technics opened a new warehouse in Singapore and 2 new line stations in Montenegro and Austria.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s business jet company KlasJet purchased three Boeing 737-500 to add to its VIP fleet.
Nov
  • Avia Solutions Group delisted shares from Warsaw Stock Exchange.
Oct
  • Avia Solutions Group’s GH and fueling company BGS established BGS Rail, a railcar rental company in Ukraine. BGS Rail signed a strategic co-operation agreement with Henan Civil Aviation Development & Investment Co. Ltd. (PR of China) with potential value of the deal up to 500 million USD.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s MRO company FL Technics established a joint venture in Harbin (PR of China) with Aircraft Recycling International Limited to provide MRO services.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s pilot and crew training company BAA Training signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Henan Civil Aviation Development and Investment Company (HNCA) to establish Joint Venture aviation training company in Henan, China.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s pilot and crew training company BAA Training installed 2 new full flight simulators in Vilnius (Lithuania) and opened a training base in Lleida-Alguaire International Airport (Spain).
Aug
  • Avia Solutions Group’s subsidiary, MRO company FL Technics’ Indonesian hangar gains FAA approval.
Jul
  • Avia Solutions Group’s ground Handling and fueling company BGS established BGS Trans in Ukraine.
Mar
  • Avia Solutions Group’s MRO company Storm Aviation expanded to Germany.
Feb
  • Avia Solutions Group’s MRO company FL Technics introduced Base and Line Maintenance services for the wide-body aircraft, Airbus A330.
Dec
  • Avia Solutions Group’s MRO company FL Technics started operations at its MRO hangar at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport
May
  • Avia Solutions Group’s GH and fueling company BGS became a member of the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA)
Apr
  • Avia Solutions Group’s pilot and crew training company BAA Training received Ab Initio training approval from Vietnamese CAA and started the provision of full package Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 NG pilot type rating training services in Singapore
Mar
  • Avia Solutions Group’s helicopter MRO company Helisota added Airbus Helicopters to its capabilities by supplementing the EASA Part-145 certificate with H120, H135 and H140 helicopter types.
Jan
  • Avia Solutions Group’s MRO company FL Technics established a subsidiary FL Technics Asia.
Dec
  • Avia Solutions Group launched a tour operator Kidy Tour.
Aug
  • Avia Solutions Group’s GH and fueling company BGS launched fueling services at Tallinn International Airport, Estonia.
Apr
  • Avia Solutions Group’s pilot and crew training company BAA Training in cooperation with China-based aerospace giant Haite Group established a training base in Singapore
Mar
  • Avia Solutions Group’s GH and fueling company BGS started providing fueling services at Radom-Sadków airport in Poland
Feb
  • Avia Solutions Group’s GH and fueling company BGS became a member of IATA’s Ground Handling Council.
Years
  • Chairman of the Board of Avia Solutions Group Gediminas Ziemelis was included in the Aviation Weeks' Top 40 young leaders under 40 list.
Feb
  • Avia Solutions Group share were admitted to trading on parallel market of Warsaw Stock Exchange
Jan
  • Avia Solutions Group’s MRO company FL Technics built the largest (8000 sq. m.) and most technologically equipped hangar in the Eastern Europe in Kaunas
Dec
  • Avia Solutions Group completed the acquisition of 100% of the share capital in Helicopter MRO company Helisota
Oct
  • Avia Solutions Group established a new business aviation company KlasJet
Aug
  • Avia Solutions Group’s MRO company FL Technics received ISO 9001:2008 certificate
Feb
  • Avia Solutions Group’s MRO company FL Technics became an exclusive sales and marketing representative of the global aviation components supplier Seal Dynamics and today represents more than 100 global brands in various areas
Apr
  • Avia Solutions Group’s MRO company FL Technics received EASA Part 21 Design Organisation Approval.
Feb
  • Avia Solutions Group’s GH and fueling company BGS launched fueling services at Warsaw Frederic Chopin International Airport in Poland.
Jan
  • Avia Solutions Group’s MRO company FL Technics became Hawker Beechcraft Authorized service center
Apr
  • Avia Solutions Group launched AviationCV.com a global provider of aviation jobs specialists resourcing solutions for airlines, MRO providers and other industry companies
  • Avia Solutions Group’s private jet MRO company JET MS received EASA Part 145 for Hawker Beechcraft family jets.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s GH and fueling company BGS started providing ground handling services at Warsaw Frederic Chopin Airport
Mar
  • Avia Solutions Group completed an IPO in Warsaw Stock Exchange by offering 25 % of the total ordinary share capital.
Jan
  • Avia Solutions Group’s pilot and crew training company BAA Training added Boeing 747-400 Type rating course to its training programme.
  • Avia Solutions Group’s GH and fueling company BGS was granted aviation fuel supply license in Poland.
Dec
  • Avia Solutions Group established an IT company Locatory.com, which developed proprietary platform to trade aircraft inventory and maintenance service.
Aug
  • A parent company Avia Solutions group was registered. Group companies operated in four business segments, Aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO), Aircraft Ground Handling and Fuelling, Charter Operations, Pilot and Crew Training
Jun
  • Avia Solutions Group’s MRO company FL Technics expanded its PART-145 maintenance capabilities with Boeing 737-600/700/800/900 base maintenance services.
Years
  • FL Technics, a MRO company was founded in Lithuania and opened its first hangar at Vilnius International Airport in 2005.
  • BGS, then a ground handling company was established in 2005.
  • BAA Training was established to provide FTO (Flight Training Organization) and TRTO (Type Rating Training Organization) type rating for 10+ aircraft types in 2006.