IndiGo, SpiceJet seek shift in international terminal

Mumbai: Reeling from the impact of high operational costs, primarily due to higher jet fuel prices and airport charges, the top two budget carriers have sought government's approval to shift their international operations to the domestic terminal from the existing T3 in Delhi.
"The Ministry has received the proposals from IndiGo and SpiceJet, requesting to allow them operate from the 1D terminal instead of the T3 on account of higher costs of operations," a senior Aviation Ministry official told PTI.
While IndiGo with 23.9% market share was the largest no-frills carrier in May, the SpiceJet's share was 18.5% in the overall pie in the month, making it the third largest domestic carrier.
The government is, however, yet to take a call on their request, he said without divulging further details.
Fuel prices, though of late came down to the tune of 25% in dollar terms, a steeper fall in the rupee has offset the resultant benefit for the airlines.
24/06/12 Press Trust of India/Business Standard

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