IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has made significant strides in expanding its fleet and securing its position as a major player in the global aviation industry. With the recent delivery of an Airbus A320neo aircraft (VT-IPX) with serial number 11566, the airline now boasts a robust fleet of 309 aircraft, consisting of various models including the A320ceo, A320neo, A321neo, A321F, and ATR.
The A320neo, which stands for “New Engine Option,” is renowned for its fuel efficiency and advanced technological features. It offers reduced fuel consumption and lower emissions, making it an environmentally friendly choice for airlines.
IndiGo’s commitment to growth and expansion is further exemplified by its groundbreaking order placement during the first day of the Paris Air Show 2023. The airline has placed a firm order for 500 A320 Family aircraft, setting the record for the biggest single purchase agreement in the history of commercial aviation. The latest agreement takes the total number of Airbus aircraft on order by IndiGo to 1,330, establishing its position as the world’s biggest A320 Family customer.
The historic purchase agreement was signed by Rahul Bhatia, Promoter & Managing Director of IndiGo, Dr. Venkataramani Sumantran, Chairman and Non-Executive Independent Director of IndiGo, Pieter Elbers, CEO of IndiGo, Guillaume Faury, Airbus CEO, and Christian Scherer, Airbus Chief Commercial Officer and Head of International, at the Paris Air Show 2023.
Over the last two decades, the A320neo has been instrumental in democratizing air travel in India as an expanding economy and rising disposable incomes continue to add millions of first-time flyers to a booming aviation market.
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