NEW DELHI : SpiceJet plans to induct wide-body planes early next ear and is looking at various options as the budget airline steers ahead with its ambitious expansion plans, according to a senior official. An industry source said that SpiceJet might bid for Air India's wide-body operations in case the government puts up domestic and international operations for sale separately. "We continue to assess business opportunities and such discussions are an ongoing process," a SpiceJet spokesperson said. The spokesperson was also asked whether the airline is in discussions with Airbus and Boeing for wide-body planes. "SpiceJet is looking at bidding for Air India wide-body operations to fulfil its ambitious plan of flying long haul international," said the source.

Source: Mint October 20, 2019 11:03 UTC