SpiceJet Inducts Another Boeing 737 and Ungrounds a 737 MAX, Strengthening Fleet for Winter Expansion
SpiceJet is ramping up its fleet for the winter season with the induction of another Boeing 737 and the return of a Boeing 737 MAX to active service. Here's a breakdown of the expansion: Fleet Expansion Highlights - Total Additions: Five aircraft joined the fleet in October 2025, including: - Three Boeing 737s - One wide-body Airbus A340 - One reactivated Boeing 737 MAX - Winter Strategy: SpiceJet plans to add 20 aircraft between October and November to meet festive and holiday travel demand. Growth & Connectivity - Commercial Operations: All newly inducted aircraft are now operational. - ASKM Surge: By December 2025, the airline aims to: - Double its capacity - Triple its Available Seat Kilometers (ASKM) Leadership Insight - Debojo Maharshi, Chief Business Officer: “This is one of our largest-ever expansion phases… offering passengers more destinations, enhanced connectivity, and greater convenience.” About SpiceJet - One of India’s largest regional carriers, operating Boeing 737s and Q-400s. - Offers SpiceMax, India’s most spacious economy-class seating. - Active participant in UDAN, the Regional Connectivity Scheme. This expansion signals a bold move to capture seasonal demand and reinforce SpiceJet’s position in India’s aviation market.
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