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28/03/2026

03/12/2025

What a fantastic event we had yesterday and today in Astana at : Kazakhstan! This gathering brought together the country’s vibrant aviation community for two impactful days filled with focused discussions, expert insights, and hands-on dialogue about the future of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) in the region.

Building on the momentum of previous editions, this event attracted over 200 registered participants representing airlines, MRO providers, manufacturers, leasing companies, and suppliers. The collaboration and knowledge exchange here are truly shaping the future of aviation MRO across Central Asia.

We thank our sponsors - UAT, Rolls-Royce, S**T Airlines, all exhibitors and attendees!

See you in 2026!

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29/11/2025

27.11 ato comm / mark comm team has successfully held Central Asia Aviation Summit #8 ( ) in Tashkent, bringing together over 200 aviation leaders from Central Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and beyond. Building on previous summits held in Tashkent and Astana, this high-level forum provided an excellent platform to discuss the current state and future development of civil aviation in the region.

Throughout the day, distinguished delegates from airlines, airports, regulators, leasing companies, OEMs, consulting firms, training providers, and technology partners participated in keynote presentations and four deep-dive panel discussions. Key topics included connectivity, fleet and finance, distribution and customer experience, and airport infrastructure—essential areas shaping the future of aviation in Central Asia.

We thank all participants for their valuable insights and collaboration towards strengthening the region’s aviation ecosystem.

Looking forward to continued innovation and growth in Central Asia’s skies!

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25/11/2025

Kazakhstan may become the first country in Central Asia to introduce electric air taxi services. The Kazakh company Alatau Advance Air Group, owned by Vyacheslav Kim, the founder of the country’s largest fintech firm Kaspi.kz, has signed a letter of intent to purchase electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft from the U.S. manufacturer Joby Aviation.

The deal is valued at up to $250 million and includes pre-delivery payments, Joby Aviation said in a statement. At the same time, the American company signed a memorandum of understanding with Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development, which pledged to help create the legal and infrastructure framework needed for the operation of electric aircraft in the country.

“We aim to become the first customer of eVTOL aircraft in the region, establish a comprehensive testing site and ground infrastructure, and assist the government of Kazakhstan in creating a reliable regulatory framework for safe and efficient operations,” said Sergey Khegay, CEO of Alatau Advance Air Group.

According to Khegay, Joby’s aircraft will operate in the newly planned Alatau City and in Kazakhstan’s largest metropolis, Almaty. Alatau City is expected to be completed by 2050 within the Alatau Special Economic Zone in southern Kazakhstan. The infrastructure project is being financed by Alatau City Bank, which is owned by Kim.

The deal also provides Joby Aviation with access to Kazakh titanium and rare earth metals, which are essential for manufacturing eVTOL aircraft.

The U.S. company is currently conducting flight tests of its Joby S4 electric aircraft, designed to carry four passengers over distances of up to 160 km. In early November, Joby began power-on testing on its first prototypes built to meet U.S. FAA requirements. Saudi group Abdul Latif Jameel became Joby’ largest customer signing a MoI for 200 electric aircraft with a total value of $1 billion this summer.

Image: Joby Aviation

25/11/2025

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25/11/2025

Elevate your strategy across the new frontiers of aviation by connecting with the ato comm platform in 2026. Our robust calendar is strategically mapped across key continental hubs, giving you direct access to the fastest-growing markets in Central and Southeast Europe. Next year, we will convene the industry's elite in diverse locations, starting with major events in Central Asia—including the flagship MRO Central Asia in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, and the Central Asia Aviation Summit and Digital Aviation conference scheduled for Astana, Kazakhstan. This regional focus provides crucial insights into fleet modernization, digital transformation, and cargo logistics within a rapidly evolving air transport ecosystem. Align your business with the momentum of these burgeoning markets and ensure you are present where the most critical investment and partnership decisions are being made.

Beyond Central Asia, our platform continues its expansion into Europe, bringing the Annual Slovenian Aviation and Travel Industry Summit to Ljubljana, Slovenia, in May 2026. This event is your gateway to understanding the economic and regulatory trends shaping South Europe and leveraging new network development opportunities across the continent. By connecting with the ato comm event series, you gain year-round access to premium market overviews, daily news, and networking with key decision-makers. Don't just watch the market evolve—shape it. Review the full 2026 event schedule today and register your interest to secure your place at these indispensable continental aviation gatherings.

25/11/2025

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As one of the leading global aircraft manufacturers, Embraer continues to shape the future of regional and commercial aviation with innovation, efficiency, and a strong commitment to sustainable growth — values that perfectly align with the ambitions of Central Asia’s aviation market.
Join us on November 27, 2025, at the AZIMUT Grand Hotel in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, to meet the Embraer team - Paweł Skuteli and Vadims Fokins - and explore new opportunities for cooperation in one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation regions.

25/11/2025

Tashkent, Uzbekistan, successfully hosted MRO Central Asia: Engines on November 25, marking the region's first specialized conference dedicated exclusively to aero engine maintenance, underscoring the growing strategic importance of engine MRO capabilities in Central Asia. The landmark event saw the instrumental support and partnership of leading industry giants, including GE Aerospace, CFM International, Uzbekistan Airways Technics, and Rolls-Royce, drawing over 150 specialists. The conference laid the groundwork for future specialized gatherings by featuring a program rich with expert presentations, strategic discussions, and technical insights. Jamoliddin Nazarov, Head of the Air Transport Department at the Ministry of Transport, opened the event, emphasizing the critical need to develop engine maintenance expertise to support the region's rapidly expanding fleets and its ambition to become a major transit and technical-services hub connecting Europe and Asia.

​The event’s sessions dove deep into crucial industry topics, from technological shifts and the influence of new-generation engines on maintenance planning (discussed by speakers from GE Aerospace , CFM International , and Rolls-Royce ) to operational optimization and regulatory best practices. High-level panels, including the final discussion moderated by Timur Perkov (Qanot Sharq), examined Central Asia's potential as a transit and maintenance hub, focusing on leveraging digital analytics and AI to enhance engine health management and reduce unscheduled removals. Experts from companies like Lufthansa Technik , Hanwha Aviation , and AIESL provided detailed insights into expanding maintenance capabilities and addressing the global engine shortage. The collaborative spirit demonstrated throughout the day reinforced the strong momentum and commitment to localizing repair capabilities, establishing training centers, and strengthening technical expertise across the Central Asian aviation sector.

25/11/2025

At the upcoming Central Asia Aviation Summit №8 in Tashkent on November 27, 2025, Pawel Skuteli, Regional Director of Airline Marketing for Embraer, will present a keynote titled "Optimizing Regional Connectivity: Relevance Of the Small Narrowbody in Central Asia’s Fleet Growth." His presentation directly addresses the region’s dynamic aviation market, which has seen sustained double-digit growth and the launch of over ten new carriers since 2020. Embraer's focus will be on demonstrating how smaller narrowbody aircraft—such as their E-Jets family—can effectively capitalize on this growth. These types of aircraft are uniquely positioned to serve secondary cities, open new domestic and intra-regional routes, and bypass major hubs, thereby optimizing network efficiency for Central Asian carriers like the rapidly maturing innovative new airlines in the area.

Skuteli's discussion will likely highlight the challenges facing Central Asian airlines, including the need for fleet modernization, adapting to market liberalization, and financing infrastructure development. For a region characterized by large territories and low population density in certain areas, the strategic use of smaller, more efficient jets is crucial for creating viable new routes that may not sustain the capacity of larger aircraft often used by legacy carriers. By emphasizing the economic advantages and operational flexibility of the small narrowbody segment, Embraer aims to position its products as an essential tool for local airlines looking to build dense, profitable networks and meet the rising demand for enhanced connectivity.

25/11/2025

Kazakhstan's S**T Airlines .airlines is set to significantly boost regional connectivity by launching direct flights from Turkestan's Hazret Sultan International Airport (HSA) to three major cities in Uzbekistan: Urgench (UGC), Bukhara (BHK), and Samarkand (SKD). This strategic expansion aims to facilitate travel for both tourists and businesspeople, linking the historical and spiritual hub of Turkestan directly with Uzbekistan’s key cultural and economic centers. The services are scheduled to commence in early December, with tickets already available for purchase.

All three new routes will operate three times per week and will be serviced by 50-seat Bombardier CRJ-200 regional jets. The schedule includes Turkestan—Urgench starting December 1, Turkestan—Bukhara starting December 2, and Turkestan—Samarkand starting December 3. As a privately-run carrier based near Shymkent (just 160 km from Turkestan), S**T’s investment underscores the growing importance of seamless air travel in Central Asia and is expected to provide a considerable boost to regional tourism.

16/11/2025

The Central Asia Aviation Summit #8, the key air transport conference in the region, is set to take place on November 27, 2025, at the Azimut Grand Hotel in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Following the success of previous conferences in Tashkent and Astana, this event provides essential, first-hand insights into a market that has seen a remarkable transformation since the early 2020s. Driven by liberalization, the region now showcases sustained double-digit growth, fueled by rapidly maturing innovative airlines and ambitious infrastructure modernization efforts across Central Asia. This dynamic market offers unprecedented opportunities, particularly across transit passenger flows, cargo transportation, and e-commerce, making the Summit the perfect venue to engage with leading international experts and discover future trends in the Eurasian market.

The Summit is designed for high-level networking and strategic development, attracting over 300 participants, including senior management from more than 35 airlines and airports across Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, and neighboring countries. Attendees will benefit from unique opportunities to meet major industry players, financiers, and MRO experts, fostering cooperation and gaining practical knowledge on mastering market challenges. For companies looking to expand their regional presence, various Sponsorship Opportunities are available to significantly increase visibility and build brand recognition among a targeted senior audience. Don't miss your chance to be part of the future of Central Asian aviation and position your company as an industry leader!

16/11/2025

Kazakhstan stands as one of the most critical players in the Central Asian civil aviation market, driven by its expansive territory, economic development, and strategic geographical location. The country's unique regulatory structure, featuring both the bureaucratic Civil Aviation Committee and the more agile, UK CAA-modeled Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan (AAK), sets it apart in the post-Soviet space and mirrors EASA standards. This sophisticated framework supports record-breaking growth: in 2023, Kazakh airlines transported 13.3 million passengers (a 15% increase), while the country's airports served over 26 million passengers in total, underscoring the strong presence of foreign carriers. Furthermore, Kazakhstan’s airspace is now a vital transit hub, handling over 63% transit flights as routes divert from Russian airspace.

This comprehensive report delves into the successful IPO of Air Astana Group, the fleet expansion plans of major carriers like S**T Airlines (including their significant Boeing 737 MAX order), and the ongoing challenges in privatizing Qazaq Air. Discover the rapid expansion of international routes to the Persian Gulf, Asia, and Europe, the doubling of investment in air transport to 57.7 billion tenge in 2023, and the government's readiness to transfer management of 22 regional airports to European investors. To fully grasp the competitive landscape, the regulatory framework, and the immense investment potential—including ambitious forecasts for doubling passenger traffic and increasing cargo transport eightfold by 2030—you need the full picture. Click here to read the complete analytical report and secure your insight into the future of Kazakhstan's civil aviation!