- IndiGo Airlines is in early-stage talks with Embraer to purchase 100 regional jets
- The deal includes options for around 50 more aircraft
- Deliveries would likely begin no earlier than 2030
- IndiGo denied being in talks with Embraer less than three months earlier
- The potential acquisition could allow IndiGo to replace some ATR72-600s
IndiGo Airlines is reportedly in early-stage talks with Embraer to purchase 100 regional jets with options for around 50 more according to Reuters. The aircraft type and final quantities have not been decided nor is a deal guaranteed. Deliveries would likely begin no earlier than 2030. Less than three months earlier IndiGo denied being in talks with Embraer over regional jets.
The potential acquisition could allow IndiGo to expand its regional network and replace some of its 44 ATR72-600s with higher-capacity aircraft. The airline plans to expand its fleet from about 400 aircraft at present to around 600 by 2030. Embraer has been pursuing sales in India where it is exploring establishing an E175 final assembly line with Adani Defence and Aerospace.
IndiGo Airlines operates a fleet of 417 aircraft including 44 ATR72-600s. The airline has been expanding its fleet. The talks with Embraer are at an early stage.
