What happened
Norse Atlantic Airways, an all-Boeing 787 long-haul low-cost carrier, is pursuing a sale, merger, or partnership as it faces financial pressure after India’s IndiGo ended its aircraft leasing agreement. IndiGo's decision to scrap its long-haul experiment means Norse Atlantic will take back five Dreamliners by November 1, 2026. The airline plans to deploy part of this returning fleet on selected profitable routes during the winter season, including flights from Europe to Orlando and New York, while also engaging in discussions with other airlines for ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Insurance) opportunities. The strategic review, prompted by the need to manage this increased fleet flexibility, may result in a formal sale or merger process