Phuket Air
ThailandAbout the airline
Phuket Air (IATA: 9R, ICAO: VAP) is a Thai airline founded in 1999, operating from hubs in Bangkok and Phuket. The carrier serves regional and international routes using a modern Boeing fleet, catering to leisure and business travelers across Southeast Asia.
Fleet
Phuket Air (IATA code 9R, ICAO code VAP) is a Thai airline established in 1999, based in Thailand and operating from two primary hubs: Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok and Phuket International Airport. The airline focuses on connecting Thailand's major cities and regional destinations across Southeast Asia.
The airline operates a fleet of modern Boeing widebody and narrowbody aircraft, including the Boeing 737, Boeing 747, and Boeing 757. This mix of aircraft allows Phuket Air to serve both short-haul regional routes and longer international flights with varying passenger capacities. The fleet composition reflects the carrier's strategy to balance capacity and operational efficiency across its network.
As a Thailand-based carrier, Phuket Air serves as a bridge between Bangkok's international gateway and Phuket, one of Southeast Asia's busiest tourist destinations. The airline's dual-hub model enables convenient connections for both transfer passengers and those traveling to popular beach resort areas, leisure destinations, and regional business centers.