Safi Airways announces the launch of new route this summer as part of its growth strategy

May 2011: Safi Airways, the International airline from Afghanistan is on an expansion spree with the launch of its new route Delhi from Kabul. As part of the airline’s growth strategy for this year several new routes would be added to the network by the end of the year. Safi Airways will fly 4 flights a week to Delhi starting on the June 16th 2011. Safi Airways will be operating on the Airbus A320?200 on this route.

The launch of this new route highlights Safi Airways’ efforts to provide seamless travel and accessibility to travelers from Kabul to various destinations. The ICAO compliant airlines newly appointed senior management aims at restructuring the airline to further expansion, increased safety standard, improved service and increased productivity along with being the most preferred airline of Afghanistan. The aircrafts will have newly appointed crew of the highest possible standards.

The A320 which will be travelling to Delhi has a capacity of 12 business class seats and 132 economy seats.
Michael McTighe, Chief Operating Officer said, “Safi Airways endeavors to provide travelers with unique travel options along with secure, dependable and convenient flights. India’s capital has been on our radar for a while now and with growing demands for this sector, Safi Airways will provide direct access to its passengers between the two hubs. “

He further added, “Our increased load factor is testament to the great service the airline provides its passengers and we will strive to achieve the same on all our routes which are part of our network. The airlines expansion looks encouraging and we aim to add more destinations in the coming months.”

Bookings on this sector are on sale now and can be made online (www.safiairways.com) and through Amadeus, major GDS with all IATA travel agents worldwide.

About Safi Airways:
Safi Airways (IATA Code 4Q) is the leading international airline of Afghanistan. Headquartered in Kabul and Dubai (UAE) it is the first Afghan airline to be compliant with the safety standards of the international Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Safi Airways operates scheduled and charter passenger services and offers belly cargo space on its flights. The senior management includes Executive Director Hamid Safi, COO Michael McTighe and a number of seasoned European airline experts. The airline currently serves Dubai twice daily. Bookings can be made online (www.safiairways.com) and through Amadeus, major GDS with all IATA travel agents worldwide.