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Centrum Air aims for rapid Europe-Asia connections through Tashkent

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Centrum Air aims for rapid Europe-Asia connections through Tashkent
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Centrum Air, a hybrid airline based in Uzbekistan, is aiming to make its mark on the Europe-Asia transit market by capitalizing on its strategic geographical position and quick connection times. With a fleet of six aircraft, the airline is led by CEO Hussein Sherif Fahmi, who brings nearly 40 years of experience in the airline industry. Fahmi emphasizes his approach as “a challenge taker but not a risk taker.”

The airline combines elements of low-cost and premium service models, resembling several full-service European airlines that charge for ancillaries like seat selection. Centrum Air offers check-in services and plans to develop an extensive hub-and-spoke network through Tashkent. "We have designed an anticipated network that captures passengers via Tashkent from east to west and from west to east," said Fahmi.

Tashkent's location is seen as advantageous due to its proximity to major populations in India, China, Southeast Asia, Russia, Korea, and Japan. "We are six and a half hours maximum to the east and six and a half hours maximum to the west," noted Fahmi. He pointed out that flying via Tashkent could be just one hour longer than direct flights on certain routes.

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For longer connections where short ground time isn't feasible, Centrum Air considers offering brief tours of Tashkent city during layovers. Many nationalities can easily obtain visas or enter Uzbekistan for free for up to 24 hours.

The airline plans to double its fleet by July 2025 with new additions including Airbus A330 widebody jets. This expansion will support Centrum Air’s transition from regional operations to long-haul flights, enhancing its global presence from Tashkent.

Fahmi highlighted Russian airspace restrictions affecting European airlines as beneficial for Centrum Air: "Since they are not using it, we are the better alternative." The airline also targets markets between Europe and the Indian subcontinent along with visiting friends and relatives (VFR) traffic.

Centrum Air anticipates having 24 planes by 2026 with ongoing discussions for additional aircraft. The Airbus A330s will serve high-demand routes such as Bangkok and seasonal religious flights like Hajj and Umrah.

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