Turkish low-cost carrier connecting domestic and international routes.
Founded
2001
Headquarters
Istanbul, Turkey
Atlasjet was a Turkish low-cost airline that operated scheduled and charter passenger services within Turkey and to international destinations. Founded in 2001, the airline grew to become a notable player in the Turkish aviation market, competing with flag carrier Turkish Airlines and other regional carriers.
The airline operated from its primary base at Istanbul Atatürk Airport and served numerous domestic Turkish cities as well as European and Middle Eastern destinations. Atlasjet was known for offering affordable fares on both leisure and business routes.
Atlasjet ceased operations in 2018 after financial difficulties, having rebranded briefly. Its operations and some assets were absorbed into the broader restructuring of Turkish aviation during that period.
Hubs & network
Atlasjet operated primarily from Istanbul Atatürk Airport (ISL/IST) as its main hub.
Fleet
Atlasjet operated a fleet primarily composed of Airbus A320 family aircraft, including A319 and A320 variants.
Notable facts
- ›Atlasjet was founded in 2001 and grew rapidly in Turkey's expanding low-cost aviation market.
- ›The airline temporarily rebranded as AtlasGlobal in 2015 as part of a strategic restructuring.
- ›Atlasjet/AtlasGlobal ceased all flight operations in February 2020 due to financial difficulties.
- ›The carrier served over 30 domestic and international destinations at its peak.
- ›Atlasjet was involved in a tragic crash near Isparta, Turkey in November 2007, resulting in 57 fatalities.
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