Bhutan Airlines

Bhutan Airlines, incorporated as Tashi Air Private Limited (བཀྲ་ཤིས་མཁའ་འགྲུལ།), is the first private commercial carrier in the Kingdom of Bhutan. It functions as a scheduled passenger service provider, connecting the landlocked Himalayan region to international hubs. The airline serves as a secondary flag carrier, operating within the niche market of high-altitude operations and short-takeoff-and-landing environments characteristic of the Paro Valley. The carrier operates a fleet consisting of Airbus A319 narrow-body aircraft, configured to handle the demanding navigation requirements of Paro International Airport. Its primary network connects Bhutan with destinations in India, Thailand, and Nepal, specifically serving Kathmandu, Bangkok, Delhi, and Kolkata. The company maintains interline arrangements and ground handling partnerships necessary for regional connectivity and tourism logistics. Potential partners or service providers should verify the carrier's current Air Operator Certificate status with the Bhutan Civil Aviation Authority. Due to the extreme geography of its home base, specific attention should be paid to the airline's mountain flying certifications and its maintenance schedules for high-cycle operations in varied climates. Verification of its seasonal flight frequencies and wet-lease or dry-lease status is also recommended for commercial engagements.