| FTAI Aviation is a leading aftermarket provider of engine services, under this program, FTAI Aviation will provide SpiceJet with up to 20 engines for lease, inclusive of maintenance services. By leveraging FTAI Aviation's engine expertise, SpiceJet will have access to a pipeline of available engines which eliminates the need for frequent shop visits. The revitalization program will reduce maintenance expense and minimize aircraft downtime, enhancing the airline's overall performance. The first engines will be used to support the re-activation of SpiceJet's aircraft fleet over the next 2-3 months and will be critical for service on new routes. With FTAI Aviation managing the engines, SpiceJet will strengthen its resource allocation and focus on delivering an exceptional travel experience while maximizing their operational potential. Ajay Singh, chairman and managing director, SpiceJet, said, ?SpiceJet is slowly but surely progressing towards its goal of restoring its fleet and ensuring that our aircraft stay where they rightly belong to i.e. in the skies serving our passengers. Our partnership with FTAI Aviation is a step forward in that direction that would ensure that our fleet is up and running at all times without us worrying about engines or their maintenance. Quick and ready replacements will ensure that our planes are on the ground for minimal time.? SpiceJet is a low-budget air carrier. The airline operates a fleet of Boeing 737s, Q-400s & freighters and is the country's largest regional player operating 63 daily flights under UDAN or the Regional Connectivity Scheme. The airline also operates a dedicated air cargo service under the brand name SpiceXpress offering cargo connectivity across India and on international routes. The company's consolidated net profit jumped 160.1% to Rs 110.48 crore on 2.7% increase in net sales to Rs 2263.41 crore in Q4 FY23 over Q4 FY22. Powered by Capital Market - Live News |