As AAI seeks Rs 186-crore bill payment, SpiceJet claims more in damages

New Delhi: SpiceJetNSE 1.73 % and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) seem to be locked in a dispute over the airline’s dues to the state-owned airport operator. The dues have exceeded the no-frills carrier’s bank guarantees with AAI, said people with knowledge of the matter. The airline contested this, telling ET that its claims for damages surpass the money owed to AAI.

The airline owes AAI about ₹186.50 crore, including interest, versus bank guarantees of ₹154 crore, said people cited above.

“We are concerned since the dues amount has exceeded bank guarantees,” said a senior government official. “We have raised this matter with the airline and are in discussions.”