The two developments mark major changes for India’s two largest airlines as the carriers expand and foray beyond their traditional areas of expertise.
India’s airlines are set for a landmark week, with two milestones days apart, that will redefine the competitive landscape in one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets.
Vistara operates its final flight on Monday before its planned merger with Air India kicks in the following day, marking the end of a complex and messy two-year-long process. On Thursday, market leader IndiGo, operated by InterGlobe Aviation debuts its business-class cabins on select routes as it ventures beyond budget travel for the first time.
