Bengaluru: Star Air, India’s most consistent regional carrier, today marked a significant milestone by inducting its 10th Embraer E175 jet into its fleet.
The expansion underscores the airline’s commitment to “Connecting Real India,” as it prepares to launch 15 new sectors and operate over 50 daily services across 24 destinations starting May 15.
Backed by the Sanjay Ghodawat Group, Star Air has navigated supply-chain challenges to maintain a steady growth trajectory. Captain Simran Singh Tiwana, CEO of Star Air, said, “Our disciplined strategy and strong fundamentals position us to strengthen regional connectivity, empower smaller cities, and fulfill the aspirations of India’s next billion travelers.”
Fleet and Route Expansion
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10th Aircraft: Embraer E175, raising fleet size to 10 jets.
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New Routes: 15 additional sectors from May 15, boosting daily services to 50+ across 24 points.
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Growth Roadmap: Four more E175s to join by March 2026; fleet target of 25 aircraft by March 2027, serving over 50 destinations nationwide.
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UDAN Initiative Champion
A proud participant in the government’s UDAN scheme, Star Air has completed six uninterrupted years of operations under the regional connectivity drive. To date, it has:
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Carried 1.5 million passengers
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Operated 300 weekly flights, set to rise to 350 during the summer peak
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Flown every route awarded under UDAN, the only regional airline to do so
“Beyond UDAN 5.0 routes, we’re exploring new commercial city pairs while staying true to our core mission,” Captain Tiwana added.
Customer-First Experience
Star Air distinguishes itself with a 2×2 seating layout—dedicated business and economy cabins—on both E175 and E145 jets. All flights include hot meals and beverages, a rare offering in regional aviation that underscores the airline’s focus on service quality.
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Looking Ahead
With robust financial backing, a clear growth roadmap, and a track record of operational reliability, Star Air is poised to reshape India’s regional aviation landscape. As it scales up its network and fleet, the airline aims to deliver on its pledge of dependable, sustainable connectivity for tier-2 and tier-3 cities—truly bringing “Real India” closer together.
