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Plovdiv Airport concession and carrier disputes

Overview

The Bulgarian Ministry of Transport and Communications announced plans to initiate a state concession procedure for Plovdiv Airport in early 2027 to upgrade infrastructure to required standards. During this period, airport executive director Krasimir Peshev identified Balkan Skyways EOOD as a potential future carrier that would launch eight new regular flight lines using an Airbus A320-200.

However, subsequent investigations by the Ministry of Transport and Communications and the Civil Aviation Administration have disputed these claims. Official records indicate that as of September 17, 2026, Balkan Skyways lacks an air operator certificate or operational license and has not submitted a formal application for certification. Additionally, there is no evidence that the company owns or leases the specified aircraft or has secured commitments for the proposed routes.

Entities

Plovdiv Airport · Krasimir Peshev · Ministry of Transport and Communications · Balkan Skyways EOOD · Civil Aviation Administration

Timeline

  1. 8 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Plovdiv Airport carrier claims disputed over lack of licenses

    Official records contradict claims from Plovdiv Airport's director that new carrier Balkan Skyways will launch eight routes by 2027, noting the company lacks necessary licenses and aircraft.

  2. 28 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Plovdiv Airport set for concession procedure in 2027

    Bulgaria's Ministry of Transport plans to open a concession procedure for Plovdiv Airport in early 2027 to upgrade infrastructure, amid uncertainty over new flight lines and carrier capabilities.

Sources

plovdivnow.bg · securityadvisor.com · tialoto.bg · trafficnews.bg