SpiceJet to unground 10 aircraft by April 2026, expansion underway to meet market demand
Budget airline SpiceJet is planning to unground about 10 aircraft by April 2026 including 4-5 in early winter to cater the peak season demand. These include several Boeing 737 NG aircraft, Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, and Q400 aircraft. The grounded aircraft have been contributing to the company’s growing payment liabilities of rent and maintenance.
As per a regulatory filing, the airline has secured maintenance and overhaul slots to accelerate the restoration of its grounded fleet. SpiceJet dispatched 19 engines to engine shops across the globe. The under-repair aircraft engines include 7 engines for Boeing 737 NG aircraft, 6 engines for Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, and 6 engines for Q400 aircraft.
