In 2019 we will launch at least six new destinations
MARTIN ALEXANDER GAUSS Chief Executive Officer , airBaltic
Dear guests of airBaltic , 2019 will hopefully bring many joyful memories to each and every one of you . We will make sure to do our part by offering more flights to our growing network of destinations . In 2019 we will launch at least six new destinations : from Riga to Dublin , Stuttgart , and Lviv ; and from Tallinn to Malaga , Brussels , and Copenhagen .
This year we plan to receive another eight Airbus A220-300 aircraft . By the end of the year , we will already have 22 Airbus A220-300 aircraft , providing greater comfort and more affordable tickets to our passengers .
Last month we were honoured as the Leading Latvian Exporter by the DB Top 500 and received the Export Champion award from Magnetic Latvia . Indeed , we are the largest Latvian export brand , connecting both Latvia and the Baltics to the world . By continuing our growth , we are creating more highly skilled jobs in the region .
In 2018 , we carried a record four million passengers . Our airline has a strong and efficient hybrid business model , loyal passengers , and dedicated employees . Riga is the perfect main hub for our operations , and we will also continue to further develop our network in Tallinn and Vilnius .
For some , the beginning of a new year may come with brand-new resolutions . If yours is to finally become a pilot and have the best office view in the world , remember that the airBaltic Pilot Academy is always seeking new candidates . Its third group of students is beginning their studies already this month , and later this year we plan on receiving another three state-of-the-art Diamond training aircraft .
Our team will continue to work hard in order to provide an excellent and reliable service . Even though we will continue to grow , our internal standards for on-time performance , reliability , and customer service will stay at a world-leading level .
Thank you for choosing the world ’ s most punctual airline , and have a great trip !
Yours , Martin Alexander Gauss
Baltic Outlook / 2019 / 1