Swiss ends wet-lease deal with Air Baltic to focus on Helvetic and in-house flying

Swiss International Air Lines has announced the termination of its wet-lease agreement with Air Baltic, effective at the conclusion of the winter travel season. This decision stems from Lufthansa Group’s challenges regarding engine availability and staffing shortages within Swiss operations. The airline intends to prioritize utilizing its own aircraft for increased flight capacity and operational flexibility. Specifically, Swiss aims to bolster its existing Helvetic Airways fleet alongside internal flights. By reducing dependence on third-party arrangements, Swiss seeks to optimize resource allocation and enhance overall service reliability.