IndiGo is surely going ahead with its long-haul, low-cost ambition, and a Boeing 787 might just be the ideal aircraft for the carrier to dip its toes into this market.

India's top airline IndiGo said on Thursday it will damp lease a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner widebody aircraft from Norse Atlantic Airways as part of the airline's efforts to tap into long-haul routes. The low-cost carrier will explore further opportunities with Norse Atlantic Airways for contracting more aircraft,

IndiGo airlines teams up with Norse Atlantic Airways to lease a Boeing 787-9, initiating operations in March 2025. This move aligns with IndiGo's strategy to expand its international presence, backed by plans to purchase 30 Airbus A350-900 aircraft.

IndiGo has placed a firm order for 30 Airbus A350-900s, with an option for 70 more, expected for delivery from 2027

IndiGo partners with Norse Atlantic for a Boeing 787-9 damp lease, paving the way for direct European flights starting March 2025. This expands IndiGo's international reach.

The pact is initially for a period of six months, which can be extended by up to 18 months, subject to regulatory approvals. IndiGo said the two partners remain "committed" to exploring opportunities to further extend this period,

IndiGo has signed a damp lease agreement with Norse Atlantic Airways for a Boeing 787-9 aircraft, marking its first induction of the widebody model. The aircraft will be used for international routes,

In the damp lease agreement, Norse Atlantic will lease its plane, along with pilots, or flight crew, and maintenance services to IndiGo, which will provide cabin crew. IndiGo had about 33 jets on damp lease agreements at the end of 2024,

IndiGo has entered into an agreement with Norse Atlantic Airways to damp lease one Boeing 787-9 aircraft, set to begin operations in India by March 2025. This partnership aims to expand IndiGo's international footprint.