KlasJet receives key FAA approval to launch ACMI and charter services in the US market

KlasJet has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining Part 129 Operations Specifications (OpSpecs) approval from the FAA, paving the way for the company's expansion into the U.S. market. As part of Avia Solutions Group, the world's largest ACMI provider, KlasJet can now conduct charter and ACMI operations in the United States in accordance with its approved OpSpecs and DOT authorizations, utilizing its Boeing 737NG fleet. The approval confirms that KlasJet satisfies stringent FAA safety and operational requirements for foreign air carriers operating to, from, or via the United States.

Diako Rad, Director Flight Operations at KlasJet commented: “KlasJet is now ready to operate to and from the US. FAA approval was the final step needed to deploy our approved aircraft for charter and ACMI operations involving the United States and surrounding regions. We have FAA, DOT, TSA, CBP, and other relevant approvals in place, which means we are fully set up to start commercial operations. Achieving FAA approval has required a significant amount of work behind the scenes, and we undertook this effort because we have already seen significant interest connected to the US, both from existing relationships and the wider market. North and South America is one of the largest aviation markets in the world, with huge seasonal variations in demand and constant movement in available capacity.”  

With its Boeing 737NG fleet included in the FAA approval, KlasJet is well positioned to deploy its established ACMI expertise and operational capabilities in the U.S. aviation market. Rad noted that the company views the United States as a high-potential market for both ACMI and charter operations, offering strong growth opportunities for the business. 

Achieving FAA approval means KlasJet’s conversations with potential clients can now proceed on a much more concrete basis. “The question has changed when we are in discussion. Previously, when a carrier asked whether we could operate in the US, the answer was that we were working towards it. Today, the answer is yes. And this change is very important in ACMI and charter operations, because situations can move very quickly. Customers normally need additional aircraft capacity immediately, so now we can have those conversations knowing that we are ready to deliver.”

According to Rad, KlasJet is well equipped to meet the evolving needs of the U.S. market, offering flexible ACMI and charter solutions that help carriers navigate peak travel periods, fleet availability challenges, and operational irregularities: “We are offering flexible aircraft capacity that can be deployed when and where it is needed. Airlines can suddenly find themselves short of capacity because of seasonal demand, maintenance, delayed aircraft deliveries, operational disruptions or simply because their network is growing faster than their fleet. Instead of adding permanent aircraft and crews for what might be a temporary requirement, ACMI gives them immediate additional capacity. We bring the aircraft, crews, maintenance and insurance and integrate that capacity into their operations.”