IndiGo inducts its second wide-body B-777 aircraft for Mumbai-Istanbul ahead of summer vacation
IndiGo inducts second Boeing 777 aircraft; to operate on Mumbai-Istanbul route
PremiumNew Delhi: According to IndiGo, the top airline in the nation, the company has taken delivery of its second Boeing 777 and will start flying between Mumbai and Istanbul on May 17.
These aircraft have been introduced in order to meet the growing demand for foreign travel out of India. 400 passengers can be accommodated on board a Boeing 777 in a dual-class layout with 24 business and 376 economy classes. Since February 1 of this year, IndiGo has been flying its first wide-body Boeing 777 on the Delhi-Istanbul route. These flights will serve both business and leisure travelers who are always looking for fresh, inexpensive flying options to get to places that support economic growth and are well-known for their tourism attractions.
“Through this addition, we are implementing our strategy and delivering on our promise to provide more convenient travel options for people looking to travel between India and Europe this summer," said Pieter Elbers, Chief Executive Officer of Indigo.
Among many other airlines, IndiGo has a codeshare agreement with Turkish Airlines. The airline claimed that over the past few months, it has increased connectivity to European destinations thanks to its codeshare agreement with Turkish Airlines.
“Istanbul is a key stop connecting 33 European destinations via our codeshare connectivity. The new aircraft will not only increase capacity on the route but also help in keeping the fares affordable. We are continuously reassuring our customers by delivering on our commitment to being on-time, affordable, courteous, and providing hassle-free connectivity across an unparalleled network," added Pieter.
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