Breeze Airways Taps Assaia for AI-Powered Ground Operations Visibility
Breeze Airways is partnering with aviation software company Assaia to deploy computer vision and artificial intelligence technology across its airport network, providing real-time visibility into aircraft turnaround operations.
The initial rollout will cover up to 30 gates at multiple Breeze stations, with plans to expand the technology across the airline’s network of more than 85 airports.
Assaia’s platform uses computer vision to monitor and analyze activities around an aircraft during turnaround. The technology is designed to help operational teams identify potential disruptions earlier, improve coordination and resource utilization, enhance safety and reduce delays.
The system also provides data that can help airlines identify inefficiencies that contribute to unnecessary fuel consumption, including aircraft waiting times and operational delays.
“Airline operations at the gate depend on hundreds of activities taking place around an aircraft in a short period of time,” Assaia CEO Christiaan Hen said. “Having real-time visibility into activities helps operational teams identify issues before they impact other areas, improves coordination among stakeholders, and keeps flights moving more efficiently.”
Hen said the technology could also help Breeze maintain greater consistency as the airline continues to add destinations and stations.
Breeze Airways Founder and CEO David Neeleman said the partnership aligns with the airline’s use of technology to improve operational performance.
“By gaining deeper insight into everything that happens on the ground, we can make more informed decisions across all our operations,” Neeleman said. “The additional visibility and knowledge will also help us identify opportunities to reduce unnecessary fuel consumption associated with operational delays and aircraft waiting times.”
Assaia’s technology is already in use by airlines and airport operators worldwide, analyzing thousands of aircraft turnarounds each day.
