IndiGo, India’s largest airline by fleet size and market share, has expanded its operations with the delivery of two new aircraft—a Boeing 737-8, serial 43317, and an Airbus A321neo, serial 12429. The B737-8 is delivered on a wet lease from Qatar Airways, while the A321neo was received via direct delivery. Both aircraft are powered by LEAP engines, reinforcing IndiGo’s strategy to maintain…
IndiGo, India’s largest airline by fleet size and market share, has added a Boeing 737-8 aircraft to its operational roster through a wet lease from Qatar Airways. The aircraft, bearing serial number 43317, is powered by LEAP-1B28 engines manufactured by CFM International.
SpiceJet is once again under legal scrutiny as it faces fresh insolvency proceedings initiated by BBN Airlines Indonesia. The dispute centers on unpaid lease rentals amounting to US$5.9 million, marking another financial challenge for the Indian low-cost carrier.
Thales has inaugurated a new avionics maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility in Gurugram, India, strategically positioned near Delhi International Airport. This new center is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to expand its footprint in South Asia and improve support for regional airline customers.
India’s largest airline, IndiGo, has officially taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12491, equipped with advanced CFM International LEAP-1A32 engines. This aircraft is part of IndiGo’s ongoing strategy to enhance operational efficiency and fleet modernization.
Air New Zealand and Air India have entered into a new codeshare partnership and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at exploring the feasibility of establishing direct flights between India and New Zealand.
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson announced plans to complete upgrades of all legacy widebody aircraft by mid-2027. Additionally, repainting and refurbishing of Vistara aircraft are expected to conclude within the next 1.5 years.
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson anticipates that the global shortage of aircraft, which is currently hampering airline growth worldwide, will continue for at least the next four to five years.
SpiceJet founder and chairman Ajay Singh will inject US$33.8 million into the airline through the conversion of warrants into equity shares. This move will significantly raise his stake, pushing his overall shareholding to more than 33%.
Akasa Air is securing additional funding from a group of high-profile investors, including the investment offices of Azim Premji and Ranjan Pai, along with wealth management firm 360 ONE and the Jhunjhunwala family. The financial terms of these investments have not been publicly disclosed.
