ANA HOLDINGS INC. (hereinafter “ANA HD”) today announced the expansion of its De Havilland fleet with seven additional DHC-8-400 aircraft.

The aircraft will be modified to match the specifications of ANA Group’s existing DHC-8-400 fleet, ensuring they meet safety management standards and requirements with ANA’s maintenance system. De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited will procure and re-condition the aircraft that will be certified according to original manufacturer specifications and delivered to ANA under warranty.

“Our decision to expand the DHC-8-400 fleet reflects our ongoing commitment of reliable and economical aircraft that will enhance our existing fleet,” said Hidekazu Yoshida, executive vice president, procurement at ANA. “De Havilland Canada’s comprehensive maintenance, repair and overhaul support will help us maintain our high standards of safety and service while supporting long-term reliability.”

The fuel efficient DHC-8-400 aircraft, has been operating within the ANA Group since Nov. 1, 2003. To modernize its fleet and prioritize customer convenience, ANA Group will gradually introduce new aircraft starting in 2025 to ensure a sustainable operational structure.

About ANA HOLDINGS

Founded in 1952 with just two helicopters, All Nippon Airways (ANA) has grown to become the largest airline in Japan. Today, ANA HOLDINGS Inc. (ANA HD) is recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired companies by Fortune.

ANA HD was established in 2013 as the largest airline group holding company in Japan, comprising 69 companies. It offers three distinct airline brands: ANA, Peach, the leading LCC in Japan, and AirJapan, launched in 2024 for international routes covering Asia.

ANA’s legacy of superior service has earned SKYTRAX’s 5-Star rating every year since 2013, making it the only Japanese airline to win this prestigious designation for 11 consecutive years. ANA has topped Cirium’s Asia Pacific on-time performance rankings for five consecutive years during which the awards were announced.

ANA HD has been selected as a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index list for seven consecutive years and the Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index list for eight consecutive years.

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