SpiceJet plans international expansion

SpiceJet has announced plans to expand its international network. The low-cost carrier is looking at starting six new international destinations, including flights to Afghanistan, China and Hong Kong by October end.

“We will launch flights to Kabul, Riyadh, China, Hong Kong, Bangkok and Male. The services to these countries will start by October-end. We are looking at expanding our fleet size to 50 aircraft,” company CEO, Neil Mills was quoted by the Business Standard. The airline currently flies serves international routes like Dubai, Kathmandu and Colombo.

Earlier this month, SpiceJet announced plans to connect North India with services to Chandigarh, Amritsar, Srinagar and Indore from New Delhi. It also took delivery of five Q400 Bombardier Turboprop aircraft recently.

By Krupa Vora, 13 July 2012, Friday 12:32 AM