Flydubai is a low-cost airline based in Dubai that was established in 2008 and began operations in 2009. It currently flies to over 95 destinations across the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe and Central Asia. The airline has a fleet of 49 aircraft and operates over 1400 flights per week. Flydubai aims to provide affordable air travel and has experienced significant growth since its inception, increasing its routes and carrying over 9 million passengers in 2015. It is owned by the government of Dubai and plays an important role in developing Dubai as a regional aviation hub.