Regulation, slots & safety

Icelandair completes acquisition of 49% stake in Fly Play Europe Holdco

Last observed 2026-10-19 · Confidence 99%

Canonical event record

What happened

Icelandair completed its purchase of a 49% stake in the Maltese holding company associated with former rival PLAY.

Why it matters: The stake could give Icelandair future access to the Maltese operating certificate, potentially enabling some flights to operate under Malta’s regulatory framework.

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