IndiGo increased its owned aircraft to 36 and finance-leased planes to 53 by March 2026, marking over a fifth of its fleet under ownership or finance leases. The airline, which went public in November 2025, accelerated its shift toward fleet ownership starting September 2024 to reduce foreign exchange risks, according to livemint.com.
The airline had been considering increasing its fleet ownership for several years but made significant progress only after September 2024. By March 2026, the combined number of owned and finance-leased aircraft rose substantially, reflecting IndiGo's strategic move to manage currency exposure and improve financial stability, livemint.com reported.
This shift is notable as IndiGo previously had about 10% of its fleet under ownership or finance leases at the end of September 2024. The move aligns with broader industry trends where airlines seek to mitigate forex volatility by owning more aircraft rather than relying heavily on operating leases. IndiGo's approach may influence peers facing similar currency risk challenges, according to livemint.com.
IndiGo's fleet composition as of March 2026 includes 36 owned planes and 53 under finance leases, representing a significant change from its position in late 2024. The airline's public listing in November 2025 coincided with this strategic fleet adjustment, underscoring its focus on financial risk management, livemint.com stated.