IndiGo has recently announced a significant expansion in its fleet by doubling its order of Airbus A350-900 wide-body aircraft. The airline solidified its commitment by firming up an order for an additional 30 A350s, bringing their total confirmed order to a whopping 60. The exciting news was revealed by none other than IndiGo's CEO, Pieter Elbers, during the IATA Annual General Meeting held in Delhi on June 2.

Elbers described this move as a "strategic step" towards realizing the airline's ambitious long-haul goals. This latest order comes on the heels of a previous agreement made in 2023 for 30 A350s, which also included the option to purchase a further 70 aircraft. By converting 30 of these options into firm orders, IndiGo is bolstering its future wide-body fleet significantly.

Anticipated to receive the first A350 in 2027, IndiGo's delivery timeline will extend into the early 2030s, with the additional 30 aircraft arriving thereafter. While specific routes for the A350s have not been disclosed yet, Elbers hinted at initial services likely targeting European destinations, with plans to expand further afield in the future.

Beyond the A350 expansion, IndiGo is forging ahead with its long-haul aspirations. This July, the airline is set to inaugurate flights from Delhi to Amsterdam and Manchester, with operations conducted by leased Boeing 787-9s from Norse Atlantic Airways. Pending regulatory approvals, IndiGo also aims to broaden its European network by adding London, Copenhagen, and Athens to its route map. London and Copenhagen routes will be serviced by the leased 787s, while Athens will see the new Airbus A321XLR aircraft in action, scheduled to join the fleet by the close of the fiscal year 2026.

Exciting times lie ahead for IndiGo as it takes significant strides in expanding its services and fleet capabilities to cater to a broader range of destinations for its passengers.