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Spectre Cargo Accuses SpiceJet of Removing Engines

Spectre Cargo Solutions (US), through its Irish affiliates, has accused SpiceJet (India) of removing engines from leased Boeing 737 freighters (B737Fs) in what it claims is a breach of lease agreements. The allegations add to the ongoing challenges faced by SpiceJet regarding its leased aircraft management and operational practices.

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SpiceJet Receives Two Wet-Leased B737-8s

SpiceJet (India) has expanded its fleet with the addition of two B737-8 aircraft, further boosting its operational capabilities. The aircraft, with serials 65900 and 65186, are wet-leased from Corendon Airlines (Turkiye). Both aircraft are equipped with the LEAP-1B engines, known for their fuel efficiency and reliability.

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SpiceJet Resolves $90.8M Dispute with Export Development Canada

SpiceJet, an Indian low-cost carrier, has fully resolved a $90.8 million dispute with Export Development Canada (EDC) by paying a reduced amount of $22.5 million. This settlement grants SpiceJet full ownership of 13 Q400 aircraft, which were previously financed by EDC. The agreement marks a significant milestone for SpiceJet as it moves toward strengthening its asset base and ensuring greater control…

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SpiceJet to Launch Seaplane Operations in India Across 20 Routes in 2025

SpiceJet, one of India’s prominent low-cost carriers, has announced plans to commence seaplane operations in 2025, offering flights on 20 routes across India. Key destinations include Lakshadweep, Hyderabad, Guwahati, and Shillong, with the seaplane service designed to enhance connectivity to remote and water-bound regions. This initiative marks a unique expansion for SpiceJet as it taps into the seaplane sector, aiming to provide travelers with…

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SpiceJet Receives Two B737-800s Leased from Corendon Airlines Europe

SpiceJet, one of India’s prominent low-cost carriers, has taken delivery of two B737-800 aircraft, with serial numbers 40263 and 35082, on lease from Corendon Airlines Europe (Malta). Both aircraft are powered by CFM56-7B engines, known for their reliability and efficiency in short- to medium-haul operations.

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SpiceJet’s Credit Rating Upgraded to Stable by Acuite

SpiceJet, one of India’s low-cost carriers (LCC), has received positive news from Acuite Ratings & Research, an Indian credit rating agency. Acuite has upgraded SpiceJet’s credit outlook to “stable,” a notable improvement given the challenges faced by many airlines in recent years. The credit agency has assigned SpiceJet a long-term rating of B+ and a…

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SpiceJet Ordered to Pay $3.7 Million to Aerocare Aviation Services After Eight-Year Dispute

SpiceJet, the prominent low-cost airline based in India, has been ordered to pay $3.7 million, along with applicable interest, to Aerocare Aviation Services following an eight-year legal dispute. The ruling brings closure to a prolonged financial disagreement between the two parties and underscores the importance of clear contractual and service agreements within the aviation sector.

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SpiceJet Faces Insolvency Petition Amidst Creditor Settlements

Indian airline SpiceJet is facing an insolvency petition filed by Eusu Logistics in the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) over unpaid dues totaling ₹1.94 crore. This development follows ongoing financial challenges for the airline, which has recently settled multiple creditor disputes, including a significant $4.5 million agreement with Shannon Engine Support. SpiceJet’s financial restructuring efforts…