FLASH : Sunrise Airways adds 2 Airbus A320s to its aircraft fleet

Sunrise Airways, a privately owned Haitian airline, is set to bolster its fleet with the addition of two Airbus A320 aircraft. This expansion comes as part of a comprehensive leasing agreement with GlobalX, which includes not only the aircraft but also crew, maintenance, and insurance services. The new A320s, each configured with 179 seats, will commence operations in November 2025, increasing the airline’s total fleet size to 14 aircraft. Gary Stone, CEO of Sunrise Airways, emphasized the strategic importance of this move, stating, ‘These two Airbus A320s will be exclusively dedicated to our operations, significantly enhancing passenger experience and connectivity across the Caribbean region.’ Initially, the aircraft will be deployed to strengthen existing routes, particularly between Florida and Cap-Haitien. However, the airline has ambitious plans to utilize these A320s for expanding its network to new destinations, including Fort Lauderdale, New York, and other key markets in the Americas. Sunrise Airways currently operates under three separate Air Operator Certificates (AOCs) in Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and the Eastern Caribbean. By the end of 2025, the airline aims to operate a total of 18 aircraft across its network, further solidifying its presence in the region.