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Connecting the islands of the Philippines.
Founded
1996
Headquarters
Manila, Philippines
Asian Spirit was a Philippine regional airline that operated domestic routes connecting Manila with various provincial and island destinations across the Philippines. It was known for serving smaller, underserved communities that larger carriers did not reach, playing an important role in inter-island connectivity.
The airline operated a mixed fleet of turboprop and small jet aircraft suited for short-haul regional routes and shorter runways found in provincial airports. Asian Spirit positioned itself as an affordable option for travelers moving between Philippine islands.
Asian Spirit ceased operations in 2009 after facing financial difficulties, increased competition, and rising fuel costs. Prior to its closure, it had been one of the notable regional carriers in the Philippine domestic aviation market.
Hubs & network
Asian Spirit operated primarily out of Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila, with routes spreading across the Philippine archipelago.
Fleet
Asian Spirit operated a fleet that included de Havilland Canada DHC-7, Dash 8, and Avro RJ turboprop and regional jet aircraft.
Notable facts
- ›Asian Spirit was one of the first Filipino airlines established after the Philippine aviation industry was deregulated in the 1990s.
- ›The airline focused on connecting smaller provincial cities and islands not served by major carriers.
- ›Asian Spirit ceased operations in 2009 due to financial difficulties and rising operational costs.
- ›It operated under the IATA code 6K and ICAO code RIT with the callsign ASIAN SPIRIT.
- ›The airline was partly structured as a cooperative, which was unusual in the airline industry.
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