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Corse-Mediterranee

France · CORSICA

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Connecting Corsica and the Mediterranean with France.

Founded

1989

Headquarters

Ajaccio, France

Corse-Mediterranee, commonly known as Air Corsica, is a French regional airline operating under the IATA code XK and ICAO code CCM with the callsign CORSICA. Founded as a cooperative airline, it serves as the primary carrier linking the island of Corsica with mainland France and select international destinations. The airline operates scheduled passenger services from its main bases in Ajaccio and Bastia, connecting Corsican airports to major French cities including Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Nice. It plays a vital role in providing essential air links for the island's residents and tourists. Air Corsica has historically been majority-owned by the Collectivité de Corse (Corsican territorial authority), giving it a strong regional mandate to serve the public interest and maintain connectivity for the island community.

Hubs & network

The airline's primary hubs are Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport and Bastia-Poretta Airport in Corsica.

Fleet

Air Corsica operates a fleet primarily composed of ATR 72 turboprop aircraft and Airbus A320-family jets.

Notable facts

›Air Corsica is majority-owned by the Collectivité de Corse, the regional government of Corsica.
›The airline was formerly known as Compagnie Corse Méditerranée before rebranding as Air Corsica.
›It provides public service obligation (PSO) routes ensuring affordable connectivity for Corsican residents.
›The airline serves both leisure and year-round essential travel markets between Corsica and mainland France.
›Air Corsica also operates some international charter and scheduled routes to European destinations.

Official website Wikipedia

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