Romanian carrier Dan Air is undergoing a turbulent phase marked by operational adjustments and a highly strained relationship with the authorities of Brașov-Ghimbav Airport. The airline positioned itself early as a key partner of the new regional airport, operating scheduled and charter flights with Airbus single-aisle aircraft from its opening.
In an official letter to passengers, CEO Matt Ian David states that Dan Air supported Brașov Airport from day one to help make an investment of more than 140 million euros a success. The airline now argues that operating restrictions, including limited opening hours and infrastructure constraints, compromise the economic viability of its model at Brașov.
As a result, Dan Air announced that from 13 November 2023, flights initially scheduled to depart from or arrive at Brașov would continue on the original timetable but be operated via Bacău Airport. A further phase of network reorganization was set for 11 December 2023, again centered on Bacău. The tone of the letter is openly critical of the local authorities, highlighting a lack of support and decisions deemed detrimental to commercial aviation at Brașov. Publicly available information does not confirm any formal sales process or active search for a new owner, even though the current situation clearly underscores a fragile operating environment.