Vistara plans to fly abroad from H2 of 2018, after inducting 20th aircraft

Airline currently has 17 aircraft and needs 20 planes to apply for an international license

Vistara, a full-service carrier promoted by Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines, is planning to expand its wings to international markets by the second half of 2018. The airline plans to apply for clearance after inducting its 20th aircraft in May.

After announcing the launch of daily direct flights between Delhi and Chennai today, Sanjiv Kapoor, Vistara’s Chief Strategy and Commercial Officer said currently the airline has 17 aircraft and needs 20 to apply for an international license.

Vistara is expecting its 20th plane in May, and plans to add two more taking the total number to 22 by