Air Astana’s first 787-9 Dreamliner undergoes flight testing ahead of 2027 debut
Air Astana’s first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is undergoing flight testing at Boeing’s facility in Charleston, South Carolina, ahead…
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Stay updated on Air Astana, the flag carrier of Kazakhstan, operating domestic and international flights.
Air Astana’s new leader on US routes, Dreamliner order and future growth
Ibrahim Canliel took over the reins at Air Astana on April 1, 2026, succeeding, as CEO, Peter Foster,…
Air Astana launches new routes to Salalah, Oman and Tokyo Narita
Kazakh airline Air Astana is expanding its international network with the launch of nonstop flights to Salalah, Oman…
Air Astana resumes Dubai flights from October after months-long suspension
Air Astana announced it will resume scheduled flights to Dubai from both of its Kazakh hubs starting in…
Air Astana extends suspension of Dubai flights through September 30, 2026
Air Astana is extending the suspension of its flights between Kazakhstan and Dubai until September 30, 2026, citing…
Air Astana Q2 revenue climbs 18.3% as engine issues push H1 into net loss
Air Astana grew its business at a rapid clip in the second quarter of 2026, adding new routes…
Air Astana launches new services to Larnaca, Cyprus, and Guangzhou, China
On June 2, 2026, Air Astana launched two new destinations from its base at Astana’s Nursultan Nazarbayev International…
Air Astana celebrates 24th anniversary as Central Asia’s largest airline group
On May 15, 2026, Air Astana marked the 24th anniversary of its first commercial flight, a milestone that…
Air Astana begins flights from new Terminal 3 at Frankfurt, adds daily service
Air Astana has moved its operations at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to the newly opened Terminal 3, with flights…
Ibrahim Canliel succeeds Peter Foster as Air Astana Group CEO
Ibrahim Canliel has taken over as Chief Executive Officer of Air Astana Group, stepping into the role after…
Air Astana posts 2025 results: strong revenue growth offset by engine disruption
On March 13, 2026, Air Astana presented its full year results for 2025 – the final set while…
Airbus confirms Air Astana firm order for 25 A320neo family aircraft
Airbus has confirmed that Kazakhstan’s flag carrier Air Astana has placed an order for 25 A320neo family aircraft,…
Air Astana completes largest aircraft order with 15 Boeing 787 Dreamliners
Air Astana has completed its order for up to 15 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft as Kazakhstan’s flag carrier…
Air Astana to add Shanghai service from Almaty starting March with A321LR
Air Astana has announced that it will begin flying between Almaty International Airport (ALA) and Shanghai Pudong International…
Airbus restricts cold-weather takeoffs for Pratt & Whitney-powered A320neos
Airbus has introduced new cold-weather takeoff restrictions for A320neo-family aircraft equipped with Pratt & Whitney geared turbofan engines, following operational…
Air Astana signs MoU for up to 50 Airbus A320neo jets, expanding long-haul A321LR fleet
Air Astana has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Airbus for up to 50 A320neo family aircraft, in…
Trump helps Boeing secure aircraft orders from three airlines at C5+1 Summit
US President Donald Trump has helped US planemaker Boeing to secure aircraft order agreements from three Central Asian…
Air Astana CEO Peter Foster to retire in March 2026 after 20 years at the helm
Kazakhstan’s flag carrier Air Astana will see its long-time CEO, Peter Foster, retire from his position at the…