Wizz Air is planning to grow capacity by around 20% in the year to March 2026, even as engine issues continue to sideline part of its fleet. The European low-cost carrier outlined its expansion plans alongside fiscal year 2025 (FY25) results on June 5, which showed a sharp drop in profits as around 20% of its fleet remained grounded due to ongoing Pratt & Whitney GTF engine issues.
Wizz Air
IATA/ICAO Code
W6/WZZ
Airline Type
Ultra-Low-Cost Carrier
Year Founded
2003
CEO
József Váradi
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The airline has refrained from issuing detailed forward guidance, citing “the lack of visibility” across trading seasons. However, it remains confident about a recovery in the second half of the year, driven by strong forward bookings and seasonal demand. The airline's expan