SpiceJet has finalised a lease agreement to induct three Airbus A320 aircraft on a damp lease basis, the airline announced on Sunday. The aircraft are scheduled to join the fleet in July 2026.The Gurugram-based carrier has also ungrounded a Boeing 737 MAX and returned it to commercial service, it said in a statement.Also read: Centre offers to bail out airlines with Rs 4,000-crore loanThe airline said the additional capacity would support network requirements during the busy travel season and provide greater operational flexibility across domestic and international routes."These aircraft will help us meet growing passenger demand, strengthen operational resilience and enhance network flexibility during a busy travel period. We continue to focus on steadily expanding our fleet and improving operational readiness as we move forward with our growth plans," Chief Business Officer Debojo Maharshi said.SpiceJet currently operates a fleet of Boeing 737s and Q-400s and is among India's largest regional carriers under the UDAN scheme.
SpiceJet to induct 3 Airbus A320s on damp lease, ungrounds Boeing 737 MAX
SpiceJet is adding three Airbus A320 aircraft on a damp lease basis. These planes will join the fleet in July 2026. The airline has also brought a Boeing 737 MAX back into commercial service. This expansion will boost capacity for busy travel seasons. It will also offer more flexibility on domestic and international routes.
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