Air Uniqon, a new German virtual airline, is set to launch operations on January 12, 2026 from its base at Friedrichshafen Airport. The carrier will initially connect the Lake Constance region with Berlin, Dรผsseldorf, and Hamburg, restoring domestic links that were lost when Lufthansa withdrew its FrankfurtโFriedrichshafen service in 2024.
The airline will operate as aย virtual carrier, meaning it will handle ticket sales, marketing, and distribution, while flight operations will be performed byย Avanti Air (Germany).
Avanti will provideย De Havilland Canada DHC-8โ400 (Dash 8โ400) turboprops, offering efficient regional service with seating for around 78 passengers. Frequencies will include four weekly flights to Berlin and Dรผsseldorf, and three to Hamburg, scheduled to accommodate both day trips and multiโday travel.
Air Uniqon was founded by Frank Rosenberg of Berlin and is financed through a trust fund supported by several companies in the Lake Constance region. Local business leaders, including Martin Buck, President of the Chamber of Commerce (IHK), have emphasized the importance of restoring air connectivity for the areaโs exportโoriented economy. The cooperative model mirrors initiatives like Skyhub PAD in Paderborn, where regional businesses and airports collaborate to sustain essential air links.
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