Freebird Airlines
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| Founded | 2000 | ||||||
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| Hubs | Antalya Airport,Bodrum Airport,Dalaman Airport | ||||||
| Focus cities | Berlin, Cologne, Antalya, Bodrum, Dalaman, Dusseldorf, London | ||||||
| Subsidiaries | Freebird Airlines Europe | ||||||
| Fleet size | 15 | ||||||
| Destinations | 100 | ||||||
| Parent company | Gözen Holding | ||||||
| Headquarters | Istanbul, Turkey | ||||||
| Website | www | ||||||
Freebird Airlines (legally Hürkuş Hava Yolu Taşımacılık ve Ticaret A.Ş.), a subsidiary of Gözen Holding, is an international airline registered in Turkey and Malta. Primarily focusing on European countries, it operates scheduled and charter flights to various holiday destinations. Its main base is Antalya Airport.[1]
History
[edit]Freebird Airlines was established in 2000 and commenced its first commercial flight on 5 April 2001. Initially operating with a fleet of three McDonnell Douglas MD-83 aircraft, the airline has expanded its operations and, as of 2025, flies to over 100 airports with a fleet of 15 Airbus A320s.
The airline operates a fleet of 15 Airbus A320 aircraft, certified under both Turkish and Maltese aviation authorities. These aircrafts are configured for 180 passengers and primarily serve leisure destinations across Europe.
In addition to its main operations, Freebird Airlines has a European subsidiary, Freebird Airlines Europe, which was established in Malta in 2019 under a separate Air Operator Certificate (AOC). This subsidiary operates three Airbus A320 aircraft and focuses on flights within the European Union.
Freebird Airlines was the first Turkish airline to receive ISO 9001:2000 certification in 2002 and later became the first Turkish charter airline to obtain IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit) registration in 2006 [2] . Over the years, the airline has made several strategic advancements, including transitioning its fleet from McDonnell Douglas MD-83 aircraft to Airbus A320s, relocating its main base to Antalya in 2013, and launching scheduled flight services in January 2022.
Freebird Airlines is part of Gözen Holding, a company with over four decades of experience in the aviation industry, offering services in passenger handling, fuel supply, flight training, security, and digital solutions through its various subsidiaries. The airline operates with a focus on safety, quality, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
Freebird Airlines Europe
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Freebird Airlines Europe (FHM) commenced operations in Europe on 20 February 2019, after receiving its operating license (EASA AOC) from the Malta Civil Aviation Directorate (TM CAD).
Freebird Airlines Europe operates a fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft registered in Malta and focuses on connecting popular leisure destinations across the continent. Freebird Airlines Europe complements the operations of its parent company by expanding the airline's presence within the European Union aviation market.
Fleet
[edit]As of February 2025[update], Freebird Airlines operates the following aircraft:[3]
| Freebird Airlines Fleet | |||
| Registration | Aircraft Type | Total | Passenger Capacity
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| Freebird Airlines (FH) | Airbus A320 | 13 | 180 |
| Freebird Airlines Europe (MI) | Airbus A320 | 3 | 180 |
Flight network
[edit]Freebird Airlines primarily operates as a charter airline, offering flights to a wide range of leisure destinations, especially across Europe. The airline’s charter services cater largely to holidaymakers, connecting major European source markets with popular vacation spots in Turkey and other Mediterranean countries.
Starting in January 2022, Freebird Airlines expanded its business model by launching scheduled flight services alongside its traditional charter operations. This strategic move allowed the airline to offer regular, publicly available flights on selected routes, enhancing flexibility and options for travelers. The scheduled services typically focus on high-demand leisure routes, providing year-round connectivity in addition to seasonal charter flights.
The airline’s flight network covers over 100 airports, mainly targeting countries in Europe such as Germany, the United Kingdom, France, and the Netherlands, among others. The main operational bases are Antalya Airport, Dalaman Airport, Bodrum Airport, which serve as hubs for both charter and scheduled flights.
By combining charter flexibility with the reliability of scheduled services, Freebird Airlines aims to serve diverse customer needs — from tour operators requiring group flights to individual passengers booking direct flights. This dual approach strengthens the airline’s presence in the competitive European leisure travel market and supports its growth ambitions.
Destinations
[edit]As of July 2025[update], Freebird Airlines operates to numerous popular destinations across Europe and beyond:[4]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Directory: World Airlines". Flight International. 3 April 2007. p. 84.
- ^ "Milestones". Freebird Airlines. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
- ^ "Our Fleet". Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ^ "About Us". Freebird Airlines. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
External links
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