AirBorneo’s maiden commercial service lifted off today, officially unveiling Sarawak’s newest homegrown airline and underscoring its pledge to “fair airfares” alongside enhanced intra-state links.

Flight OD 101 departed Kuching International Airport right on time at 9.15am, bound for Sibu with a full cabin of travellers keen to test the carrier’s transparent pricing. Operated on an ATR 72-600 turboprop, the 40-minute hop forms part of the airline’s initial strategy to connect Sarawak’s key towns—Kuching, Sibu, Miri, Bintulu and Kapit—with a fleet slated to grow to five aircraft by year-end.

At the launch ceremony, Chief Executive Officer Lim Wei Sheng explained that the Sarawak government established AirBorneo to close regional travel gaps and provide clear, budget-friendly fares free from hidden fees. “We aim to give every Sarawakian access to reliable air service at an affordable rate,” he said. “By focusing on a tight route network and lean operations, we can pass savings directly to our passengers.”

One-way fares begin at RM120, covering 15 kg of checked baggage and in-flight refreshments. Further expansions are already planned: by mid-year, routes to Sabah, Labuan and eventually Peninsular Malaysia will be added. Recruitment is under way for pilots, cabin crew and ground staff, with a priority on hiring and training local Sarawakians in aviation roles.

State Transport Minister Dato Sri Abdul Aziz Johari, who flagged off the flight, hailed the development as a “game-changer” for tourism and economic growth in Sarawak’s hinterland. “Better air connections will unlock fresh opportunities for businesses, tourists and communities alike,” he noted.

Passengers on this morning’s service praised the smooth boarding, friendly cabin crew and punctual landing at Sibu Airport. With its inaugural journey completed without incident, AirBorneo is now focused on rolling out more routes, expanding its fleet and delivering on its promise of no-frills, fair-priced air travel across the state.

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