Anchorage-based New Pacific Airlines and beOnd, an all-business class carrier from the Maldives, are partnering to launch a new luxury airline in the U.S.
The joint venture, known as beOnd America, will make use of New Pacific’s fleet, infrastructure, and FAA certification to bring beOnd’s luxury product to the U.S. market, the partners said. Initially, eight New Pacific aircraft will operate under beOnd’s branding.
No routes or schedules have been announced.
“New Pacific was founded to connect people and places that matter,” Tom Hsieh, CEO of New Pacific, said in a statement. “This partnership allows us to elevate that mission by delivering something truly distinctive for American travelers — a boutique, luxury airline experience that blends comfort, design, and service excellence in a way not seen in U.S. skies.”
New Pacific formerly offered scheduled passenger service but now operates only charter flights.
BeOnd is headquartered in Dubai and operates from Velana International Airport in the Maldives. It was formed in 2022 with the goal of connecting the island chain to more cities in Europe, Asia, and eventually Australia. The carrier currently offers service to Riyadh, Dubai, Munich, Zurich, and Milan.
BeOnd advertises its flights as an alternative to private jet travel, with fully reclining flat-bed seating, gourmet meals, and boutique crew-to-passenger ratios. These amenities will become the main draw for beOnd American once the venture is up and running, the airline said.
