Galaxy Airlines (Japan)

Galaxy Airlines (ギャラクシーエアラインズ, Gyarakushī Earainzu) was a Japanese airline that operated scheduled domestic passenger services. Its headquarters were located in Minato, Tokyo, and its main operating base was Tokyo International Airport (Haneda).

The airline was established in 1998 and commenced operations in December of the same year. It primarily operated flights between Tokyo and cities in Kyushu, such as Fukuoka and Kitakyushu, using Boeing 767 aircraft. Galaxy Airlines differentiated itself by offering a higher level of service compared to competitors on similar routes, targeting business travelers and those seeking a more comfortable flying experience.

Despite its efforts to carve out a niche in the competitive Japanese domestic market, Galaxy Airlines faced financial difficulties. The airline ceased operations in November 2002 due to declining passenger numbers and mounting debt. The collapse of Galaxy Airlines highlighted the challenges faced by smaller airlines in Japan against larger, more established carriers.