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Gurugram, March 10, 2018: SpiceJet and CFM International today
announced a $12.5 billion agreement that finalizes the purchase of LEAP-1B engines to
power a total of 155 Boeing 737 MAX airplanes, along with spare engines to support the
fleet.
The airline also signed a 10-year Rate per Flight Hour (RPFH) agreement with CFM
Services that covers all LEAP-1B engines powering SpiceJet’s 737 MAX airplanes.
RPFH agreements are part of CFM’s portfolio of flexible aftermarket support offerings.
Under the terms of the agreement, CFM guarantees maintenance costs for all SpiceJet’s
LEAP-1B engines on a pay by hour basis.
“We are looking forward to introducing the new LEAP-1B into our fleet,” said Mr.
Ajay Singh, Chairman and Managing Director, SpiceJet. “The CFM56 engines
we currently operate have been a highly valued asset for us over the years. From what
we have seen so far, the LEAP-1B is living up to its promises for efficiency and
reliability. We hope they provide us unmatched service reliability while keeping our
costs in check to ensure profitable operations.”
“We are deeply honoured that SpiceJet has again placed its trust in CFM,” said Mr.
Philippe Petitcolin, CEO of CFM parent company Safran Group. “It has been
exciting to watch this airline grow over the years and we believe it has a very bright
future. We are proud to be such a big part of the SpiceJet team over the long term.”
SpiceJet, a long-time CFM customer, currently operates a fleet of more than 38
CFM56-7B-powered Boeing 737 NG family aircraft.
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