Indigo, India’s largest domestic airline recently inducted its first wide-body aircraft painted in the brand’s blue and white colours. A Boeing 777 aircraft leased from a Turkish airline landed in India ahead of its maiden flight on the Delhi-Istanbul route. The Boeing 777 aircraft has a total seating capacity of 400 passengers. IndiGo operates India-Turkey flights on the Delhi-Istanbul-Delhi route, under a codeshare agreement with Turkish Airlines. The airline deployed its first wide-body aircraft on the route, using a Boeing 777 painted in Turkish airline livery.
However, for the first time the airline gets its own wide body aircraft in the form of a B777 with its white and blue livery. The aircraft is one of the largest globally since the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380 have been phased out of production. But how big is the Boeing 777 compared to other planes in IndiGo airline’s fleet? Recently, Indigo shared a picture on Twitter, highlighting the difference in size.
Introducing the newest addition to our ever-growing fleet of 300+ aircraft – the iconic Boeing #777. #goindigo #IndiaByIndiGo #aviation #6E777 #ख777 pic.twitter.com/vhNXObUbrC— Indigo (@IndiGo6E) May 28, 2023
As can be seen in the picture shared on Twitter, the Boeing 777 has been compared with the Airbus A321neo, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A320 and ATR 72-600 aircraft. The picture reveals the size difference between the narrow body and wide body aircraft in the Indigo fleet. The airline said that these flights will benefit Indian students traveling to Europe for educational purposes.
Through a codeshare arrangement with Turkish Airlines, IndiGo is providing connectivity to 33 European destinations including countries like Bulgaria, Spain, Netherlands, Greece, Belgium, Hungary, Denmark, Republic of Ireland, UK, Malta, France, Czech . Republic, Israel, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Portugal and Edinburgh.
These wide sized aircraft have been introduced to meet the growing demand for international travel from India. The airline said in a statement, “These flights will cater to the needs of business and leisure travelers who are constantly looking for innovative and cost-effective flight options to reach destinations that help build businesses and are known for their tourist attractions.” Let’s go.”
“We are pleased to induct our second Boeing 777 aircraft on wet lease, which will operate on the Mumbai-Istanbul route. Additionally, we are implementing our strategy and working to provide more convenient travel options for those wishing to travel. are delivering on their promise of flights between India and Europe this summer,” IndiGo Chief Executive Officer Peter Albers had said earlier this month.
“Istanbul, being a major stopover, is also connecting 33 European destinations through our codeshare connectivity. The new aircraft will not only increase capacity on the route but also help keep fares affordable. We look forward to delivering on our commitment to our Continually assuring customers. To provide timely, affordable, courteous and hassle-free connectivity on an unparalleled network.”