IndiGo plans to add 40 planes, including 25 A320s, in next one year

Induction plan includes 25 A320 ceo and 15 ATRs

Airbus’ decision to halt the delivery of A320 planes is unlikely to impact Indian low-cost major IndiGo’s aggressive expansion, as it plans to induct around 40 planes in the next one year. The plan includes leasing of around 25 A320 ceo and delivery of 15 new ATRs.

While the plan has been revised from the original target of adding 60 planes, it is still higher than the previous year. However, its expense is likely to go higher as it goes for short-term lease due to high maintenance and ownership cost of older planes. IndiGo added 24 planes in FY 17