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IndiGo looks to fly to more destinations
The airline said it has upgraded its systems, introduced AI-based tools like “6Eskai,” and migrated its core infrastructure to the cloud
IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has announced a major expansion plan focused on growing its international presence and building in-house maintenance capacity, as part of its strategy through 2030.
In its annual report for FY 2024–25, IndiGo chalked out plans to increase its international capacity share from 28% to 40% by the end of the decade.
This expansion includes introducing long-range aircraft and developing a dedicated maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility in Bengaluru.
The airline will start inducting 69 Airbus A321XLRs by the end of FY 2025. These long-range, narrow-body aircraft will enable IndiGo to operate longer routes such as Denpasar, Athens, and Nairobi.
It will also add 30 Airbus A350-900 wide-body aircraft, which are expected to begin service in 2027. These planes will help IndiGo enter markets in the US, Europe, and Australia.
IndiGo is also leasing Boeing 787 Dreamliners from Norse Atlantic to support its upcoming long-haul services.
The airline already launched direct flights to Manchester and Amsterdam from Mumbai, marking its first step into the UK and European markets.
“IndiGo’s current international capacity share of 28% is projected to rise to 40% by the end of this decade,” chief executive officer (CEO) Pieter Elbers said in the report.
To support this expansion, IndiGo is developing an MRO hub in Bengaluru.
The facility will service both narrow-body and wide-body aircraft, including the A321XLRs and A350-900s, which will help the airline reduce dependency on third-party maintenance providers, improve efficiency, and ensure quicker turnaround for aircraft. It expects the facility to also create new job opportunities in the region.
“This strategic plan is likely to strengthen IndiGo’s operational efficiency and will be beneficial for supporting its fleet of narrow-body and wide-body planes,” the airline said.
IndiGo is also planning to launch 10 new international routes over the next year. These will include direct services to destinations like London, Athens, and Copenhagen.
The airline said it has upgraded its systems, introduced AI-based tools like “6Eskai,” and migrated its core infrastructure to the cloud.
Despite global headwinds such as fuel price fluctuations and grounded aircraft, IndiGo reported a 1.03% cancellation rate and maintained an industry-leading Net Promoter Score.
The MRO initiative is part of IndiGo’s “Develop” strategy, which focuses on infrastructure, efficiency, and sustainability.
The airline sees the new maintenance hub as central to supporting its future fleet while ensuring cost-effective operations and safety standards.
IndiGo currently operates over 2,200 flights daily and serves more than 130 destinations.
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