The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) approves the merger of AIX Connect with Air India Express, effective October 1, 2024. The seamless transfer ensures uninterrupted operations under the AOC of AIX.

The merger of the two budget carriers is seen as part of the larger consolidation of airlines in the Tata stable as part of Air India’s transformation plan.

Air India Express merges with AIX Connect, expanding its fleet to 100 aircraft and routes to 171. The merger boosts capacity & caters to growing air travel demand.

MUMBAI: Air India Group has completed the operational integration and legal merger of Air India Express Ltd and AIX Connect Pvt Ltd (erstwhile AirAsia India) in

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) approved the merger of AIX Connect on October 1, 2024.

DGCA will closely monitor post-merger operations to ensure ongoing compliance with all regulatory conditions, safeguarding consumer interests and ensuring the continued safety of air operations in India.

Air India Express completes merger with AIX Connect, retiring the 'I5' code and expanding its fleet to over 100 aircraft by the end of the year. The combined entity will operate under the 'IX' code.

AirAsia India merges with Air India Express, completing transition of aircraft and employees into unified entity.

The integration of Air India Express was achieved in under a year, following the launch of its refreshed brand.

Approval process for this merger involved reviewing organizational structures and approvals, ensuring a seamless transfer of aircraft and personnel, and safeguarding the safety of ongoing operations