Reboot and Jet: SpiceJet’s Engine Revival Sparks Skyward Momentum

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SpiceJet Ltd. has successfully resumed operations of yet another Boeing 737 NG aircraft, this being a key milestone en route to its fleet restoration programme. The aircraft, VT-SGV, has been re-inducted to active service under the scheduled airline recovery programme in order to add strength to operational capacity and network reliability2.

Concurrently with this development, SpiceJet took delivery of its first two overhauled engines from US-based MRO services company StandardAero Inc. under a strategic agreement to return its grounded Boeing 737 MAX fleet to service5. The carrier also announced that it is expecting a steady flow of engines over the next few months, which will enable the return to service of additional aircraft as well as reduce downtime8.

Fleet Recovery Highlights

Aircraft Re-Inducted: Boeing 737 NG (VT-SGV) resumed operation on May 9, 2025.
Engine Supply: First two overhauled engines taken delivery of by StandardAero; more shortly.
Fleet Expansion Target: SpiceJet to induct 10 idled aircraft by mid-April, including four Boeing 737 MAX aircraft10.

Strategic Partnerships

StandardAero Inc.: Providing MRO services for LEAP-1B engines installed in Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.
CFM International: Offering material and technical assistance for engine overhaul5.

Operational Impact

Enhances fleet availability as well as on-time performance.
Enables network expansion by over 60 more new flights added in recent times.
Positions SpiceJet on a trajectory of financial turnaround as well as market share growth.

Sources: SpiceJet's Official Fleet Ungrounding Filing, Business Upturn, StandardAero, News18 – Engine Delivery Announcement, The Hindu Business Line, Economic Times, Moneycontrol