Ram Mohan Naidu Hails Fly91’s $1 Billion ATR MoU as Aviation Milestone

Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has congratulated regional airline Fly91 on signing a landmark USD 1 billion MoU with aircraft manufacturer ATR, describing the development as a reflection of the strength and opportunity emerging in India’s aviation ecosystem.

A regional airline ordering 40 aircraft within just 3 years of commencing operations!

That is the strength and opportunity India’s aviation ecosystem is creating for start-up airlines like Fly91.

Congratulations to Fly91 on today’s landmark USD 1 billion MoU with ATR! pic.twitter.com/Wd8AnI5Oa8

— Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu (@RamMNK) September 3, 2026

Sharing his remarks on social media, Naidu highlighted the airline’s rapid growth, noting that a regional carrier has placed an order for 40 aircraft within just three years of commencing operations.

“A regional airline ordering 40 aircraft within just 3 years of commencing operations!”

The Civil Aviation Minister said the achievement demonstrates the growing opportunities that India’s aviation ecosystem is creating for start-up airlines such as Fly91.

He also congratulated Fly91 on the landmark agreement with ATR, which is expected to support the airline’s expansion and strengthen regional air connectivity across the country.

The development comes amid increasing momentum in India’s regional aviation sector, with airlines expanding their fleets to connect more Tier-2, Tier-3 and underserved destinations.