Jet Airways has written to the civil aviation ministry seeking protection of its international flying rights during the bidding process for the troubled carrier even as rivals like SpiceJet devise plans to expand their overseas footprint.
Sources said Jet had urged the ministry not to farm out its international flying rights during the period that bids are being sought for the airline.
“It is just a matter of 10 to 15 days, please don’t give Jet’s international flying rights till the sale process is decided,” the airline said. The letter said the allotment of such rights now would impact the sale process. The bidders for Jet will have to submit their binding offers by May 10.
