IndiGo Receives ‘Airline of the Year’ Award

IndiGo, a budget airline, has achieved significant milestones recently, becoming the first carrier in India to operate 2,000 daily flights and transport 100 million passengers within a year. With ambitious plans for expansion, the airline aims to double its fleet size by the end of the decade. IndiGo’s recognition as the ‘Airline of the Year’ at the Air Transport Awards 2024 in Athens, Greece, highlights its success in the industry. The event attracted participation from leading figures in aviation.

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IndiGo CEO Acknowledges Staff for Airline’s Success

IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers expressed gratitude to the 35,000 IndiGo colleagues for their dedication, attributing their efforts to the airline’s achievement of carrying 100 million passengers in 2023, a first for an Indian airline. He highlighted the company’s rapid growth, underpinned by its commitment to offering affordable fares, punctual flights, and a seamless travel experience across its extensive network.

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IndiGo: India’s Largest Aviation Company Established in 2005

IndiGo, founded in 2005, holds the leading position in India’s aviation industry in terms of market share and manages a fleet exceeding 350 aircraft. Presently, the airline conducts approximately 2000 flights daily, linking over 85 domestic and 30 international destinations.

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