Air Moldova is the national airline of Moldova, a small country located in Eastern Europe. Established in 1993, Air Moldova was initially a joint venture between Moldovan and Romanian airlines. The airline is headquartered in Chisinau International Airport and operates to over 40 destinations in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Air Moldova’s fleet consists of Airbus A319, Airbus A320, and Embraer 195 aircraft. The airline began operations with just two aircraft, but has grown to include a total of 13 planes by 2020. The company’s first flight was a domestic route from Chisinau to Tiraspol in 1994.
The airline has undergone significant changes since it was founded. In 2006, Air Moldova became the first Eastern European carrier to join the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The airline also joined the European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) in 2006, allowing it to fly to countries outside of Moldova.
Over the years, Air Moldova has made a number of important milestones. In 2009, the airline launched its first international flight to Italy. In 2012, Air Moldova opened up a new route to the United Arab Emirates and in 2013 it opened up a route to Israel. In 2014, the airline launched its first flight to Spain and in 2017 it launched flights to both Germany and France.
The airline has also been involved in a number of incidents over the years. In 2000, an Air Moldova flight from Chisinau to Tiraspol crashed near the village of Ialoveni, killing all 39 passengers and crew on board. The cause of the crash was determined to be a technical malfunction. In 2006, the airline was investigated by the Moldovan National Aviation Security Service for failing to meet safety standards. As a result, the airline was forced to suspend operations for a period of three months.
Air Moldova has come a long way since it was founded in 1993. The airline has experienced significant changes and growth over the years, and has become an important part of Moldova’s aviation industry. With its impressive fleet and expanding route network, Air Moldova is sure to continue to be a major player in the aviation industry for years to come.
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