IndiGo (India) has successfully reduced its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) total from a peak of the mid-70s about a year ago to the mid-40s currently. This streamlined certification structure has allowed the airline to simplify regulatory compliance and focus more intensively on fleet expansion and capacity growth initiatives.
ATR (France) has entered discussions with multiple operators in India to explore new aircraft sales, as it anticipates significant demand for turboprop aircraft in the country. According to company representatives, India is projected to require an additional 300 turboprops within the next 10 years, driven by the growing need for efficient regional connectivity and the expansion of the domestic aviation sector.
India is actively encouraging its airlines to explore potential investments in Air Mauritius, following a direct request from the island nation for increased support and enhanced connectivity. Air Mauritius is grappling with a negative equity of $237 million, marking a severe financial crisis for the carrier that has long played a crucial role in connecting the Indian subcontinent with the…
Air India has reported impressive revenue growth for the fiscal year 2025, with revenues climbing nearly 14% to reach $7.1 billion. This marks a substantial increase for the Indian flag carrier, which also posted an operating profit during this period.
IndiGo and Garuda Indonesia have entered into a codeshare agreement set to commence in July 2025, pending regulatory approval. This strategic partnership aims to expand network reach and provide passengers with enhanced flexibility and a wider range of travel options across the airlines’ combined routes.
IndiGo (India) has announced a significant expansion of its widebody fleet with a firm order for 30 additional A350-900 aircraft, bringing its total order for this type to 60. This milestone represents a critical part of IndiGo’s long-term international expansion plans, as the airline aims to tap into growing demand for intercontinental travel.
Air India is in discussions with Airbus and Boeing for a significant new aircraft order that could include up to 200 narrowbody planes. This potential deal is part of the airline’s broader strategy to modernize its fleet and enhance capacity on domestic and regional routes.
IndiGo (India) has announced plans to terminate its damp lease of two B777-300ER aircraft operated in collaboration with Turkish Airlines. The decision was confirmed after India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) granted a three-month extension, setting the final lease end date as 31 August 2025.
SpiceJet, one of India’s leading low-cost carriers, has scored a major legal victory after a division bench of the Delhi High Court dismissed an appeal filed by KAL Airways and former SpiceJet promoter Kalanithi Maran. The appeal sought over $152.7 million in damages along with other claims stemming from past financial and ownership disputes.
IndiGo, India’s largest airline by market share and fleet size, has added another Airbus A321neo to its expanding fleet. The newly delivered aircraft bears manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12543 and is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, continuing the airline’s trend of operating high-efficiency, narrowbody jets for its growing domestic and regional network.
