Airlines
Malaysia's Firefly To Launch Jet Operations in 2021
Malaysia Aviation Group had decided to expand Firefly's fleet with jets, possibly Malaysia Airlines Boeing 737-800s.
Ground crew turn around a Firefly Airlines ATR 72. (Photo: Firefly Airlines)
Ground crew turn around a Firefly Airlines ATR 72. (Photo: Firefly Airlines)

Malaysian ATR turboprop operator Firefly Airlines plans to start jet operations during next year’s first quarter, adding as many as 10 narrowbodies in three phases as parent company Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) moves to complement international service from struggling flag carrier Malaysia Airlines and satisfy domestic demand from the north of the country. Under the plans, Firefly will serve domestic, ASEAN, and Asia-Pacific markets out of Penang International Airport, possibly using Malaysia Airlines Boeing 737-800s.