Industry sources say this arrangement shields SpiceJet from the major roster-disruptions faced by carriers relying wholly on India-based crew
The proposed rules would double the maximum wet lease period to six months, with a potential six-month extension
As part of the agreement, Qatar Airways will be responsible for maintenance of the aircraft while cabin crew will be from IndiGo. The aircraft will be operated to flight between India and Qatar, the airline's management said.
The airline expects to increase its fleet by 20 percent in FY24, exceeding the 12 percent estimate given at the start of the current financial year.
The airline will operate the wet leased aircraft between Delhi and Istanbul - the hub of Turkish Airlines, from whom the airline has been wet leased.
The company under new management's posted stellar quarter aided by low aircraft fuel expense and high load factor.