DELHI- India’s largest domestic carrier, IndiGo Airlines (6E) during its 18th anniversary in August 2024 announced the launch of IndiGo Stretch, a new Business Class product. The airline now has taken delivery of the first aircraft, the Airbus A321neo fitted with these seats.
Tobias Gudat, one of the best spotters that spots Airbus babies in Hamburg has spotted the aircraft and shared the details.
IndiGo A321neo with New Business Class
IndiGo took delivery of the A321neo fitted with Stretch seats on October 30, 2024. Yes, the same day as Airbus delivered the world’s first A321XLR built for a customer (Delivered to Iberia).
According to FlightRadar24 data, IndiGo A321neo, registered as VT-ICF operating flight 6E9001 took off from Hamburg (XFW) at 6:06 PM local time. It will take A321neo around eight hours to cover the 6,027 Kilometers (3745 miles) distance between Hamburg and Delhi (DEL).
The aircraft is expected to land in New Delhi at around 6:25 AM local time (early morning). So if you are a spotter based in Delhi, make sure to arrive early, as the saying goes, the early bird gets the worm and early spotters get the best shot.
Also, IndiGo aircraft with Stretch products will be marked with ‘IndiGo Means Business’ on its fuselage, as seen in the above image spotted by Tobias.
IndiGo’s new aircraft powered by CFM engines will have 12 Business class seats in 2-2 configurations and the total will have 202 seats, i.e. 190 economy seats including XL seats in the Middle of the aircraft and 12 IndiGo Stretch seats.
Pieter Elbers, Chief Executive Officer, IndiGo during the launch of Stretch product said:
“IndiGo is embarking on a new path of its incredible growth story by introducing a tailor-made business product on the nation’s busiest and business routes. With India’s soaring economy and the evolving aspirations of the Indian society, we believe it’s time for IndiGo to redefine business class in India, increasing availability of this service for the nation. IndiGo Stretch will provide our customers the on-time performance and hassle-free and courteous experience they can expect from us, while adding more space and increased priority at a great value for money”.
Pieter Elbers, CEO of IndiGo
Where it will Deploy them?
IndiGo Airlines introduces IndiGo Stretch, a premium business product designed for India’s high-traffic business routes. The service features exclusive two-seat bays with enhanced specifications: 38-inch pitch, 21.3-inch width seats, equipped with six-way adjustable headrests and neck support.
The seats incorporate modern amenities including a 5-inch recline capability, electronic device holders, 60-watt USB-Type C ports, and universal three-pin power outlets. Oberoi Catering Services will provide specially curated healthy meal options for passengers.
Premium benefits include:
- Priority check-in
- Anytime boarding privileges
- Waived convenience fees
- Complimentary vegetarian meal boxes
- Extended beverage selection
- Free advance seat selection
The service launches on the Delhi (DEL)-Mumbai (BOM) route from mid-November 2024 (November 14, 2024), with bookings opened on August 6, 2024. The introductory fare is set at Rs18,018.
IndiGo plans systematic expansion to major metropolitan routes, targeting complete implementation across 12 routes by late 2025. This premium offering aims to serve both experienced business travelers and first-time premium passengers.
Furthermore, the world’s third-largest carrier in terms of valuation, IndiGo, plans to expand its international presence significantly. Elbers stated the airline will add seven new international destinations by the end of FY2024-25, bringing the total to 40.
All Images by Tobi (@Tobias_Gudat) / X
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