Ascend Airways Malaysia cleared for take-off
Ascend Airways Malaysia has officially received its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) and Air Service Permit (ASP), marking its full certification to operate as Malaysia’s newest ACMI and charter airline. A subsidiary of Avia Solutions Group, one of the world’s largest ACMI providers, the Kuala Lumpur-based carrier will launch operations in November with a Boeing 737-800SF, offering both passenger and cargo services across Southeast Asia.
CEO Germal Singh Khera said the airline will support Malaysia’s growth as a regional logistics and aviation hub linking Southeast Asia, China, and India. The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia commended the airline’s diligence in meeting its strict regulatory requirements, noting that the new approvals reinforce Malaysia’s commitment to a safe and resilient aviation sector. (ah)