775 Pilots At The Core Of Akasa’s Expansion Plan

Speaking to BT TV at Wings 2026, Akasa Air CEO Vinay Dube highlighted the airline’s strong operational and financial momentum, with pilots playing a central role in its journey. Akasa currently operates a fleet of 33 aircraft and continues to post double-digit top-line growth, staying firmly on track with its fleet expansion plans. While early-stage airlines typically operate at a loss, Dube noted that Akasa is financially well ahead of the curve. The airline employs 775 pilots and boasts the highest pilot-to-aircraft ratio in the industry, with every Akasa pilot actively flying. An IPO, he confirmed, is certainly on the cards.