IndiGo purchases 30 Airbus A350s for long-range flights. Could India to US non-stop be next?

IndiGo, which holds a 60% share of the Indian aviation market, aims to double its capacity by 2030 and expand its network internationally, with the addition of new planes enabling the airline to operate ultra-long-distance flights. The new planes will put IndiGo in direct competition with Air India and Vistara, and the airline’s outstanding order book currently stands at a substantial 1,000 planes. As part of its expansion plans, IndiGo has agreed to place an order for 30 Firm A350-900 aircraft from Airbus, marking a historic moment for the airline. The new planes, to be powered by Rolls Royce’s Trent XWB engine, will enable IndiGo to expand its network and connect various Indian metros to the world.

The exact configuration of the planes will be decided later, with deliveries expected to begin in 2027. IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers expressed that the addition of 30 Airbus A350-900 aircraft signifies a new chapter for the airline, further shaping the future of Indian aviation. He emphasized IndiGo’s commitment to offering connectivity to customers within and outside India and its strategic partnership with Airbus. The airline sees this expansion as a pivotal step in becoming one of the leading global aviation players.

The mission capability of the new aircraft, combined with the efficiency of the Trent XWB engine, will provide IndiGo with unprecedented options as it continues to address the evolving needs of Indian customers and the nation.