Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) and Braathens Regional Airways (BRA) has signed a long-term wet lease partnership.
BRA will operate several aircraft on behalf of SAS, providing capacity on key domestic routes in Sweden as well as feeding into SAS' Copenhagen hub.
The partnership will ensure SAS can meet domestic demand while optimising its operations.
"By integrating BRA's expertise and fleet, we are not only enhancing Swedish infrastructure but also positioning Arlanda as a stronger central hub for domestic and international travel," said SAS CEO Anko van der Werff. "This collaboration will significantly improve connectivity, allowing us to offer more seamless and frequent services between major cities and regional destinations."
BRA chairman Per Braathen added: "By leveraging our experience and modern fleet, we will be able to contribute to securing domestic air connectivity in Sweden, which is critical for economic growth and regional development."
SAS also launched flights to Seattle from Copenhagen as part of its 2025 summer schedule. The route will operate five times a week. The airline said it is one of several new routes that will soon be launched.