Astraeus

Astraeus Airlines is a relative newcomer, starting operations back in 2002 from London Gatwick airport where it is still headquartered. It also has a second hub at Manchester Airport. Astraeus airlines were originally a respected charter for a variety of UK leisure tour operators, covering summer and winter holiday seasons. Today Astraeus has changed completely and switched functions. Now it provides aircraft and leases them to other airlines. In 2009 Astraeus Airlines plans to expand and they've won new commercial contracts to supply planes to airlines in Bournemouth and Italy. 

 

Flights From Astraeus - Where they fly to
Astraeus has loads of key expertise in dry and wet leasing, the aviation market as a whole, schedule and charter services. They've had hands on experience of seasonal aircraft leasing, aircraft operations, engineering and maintenance, safety and security. The business is even accredited by the Skills-UK Department for Transport. All of which sounds great... it's a shame they don't operate as an airline anymore!

While you can't book cheap flights directly with Astraeus, you might find yourself on one of their planes without realising it. Good news for travellers! They have a lot of knowledge to draw on to ensure their aircraft are in top condition when leased to airlines. They're fluent in airline management, airline finance and complex legal stuff. They know all about insurance. They carry out financial analysis and deliver ground handling and traffic services. Astraeus is expert at operations control centre work and flight operations, quality crew training and management. Plus a lot more relevant and reassuring stuff!